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Dr. Vanessa Cardenas, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology
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Overview of Dr. Vanessa Cardenas, MD

Dr. Vanessa Cardenas, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterology Specialist in Lansing, MI. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER and is affiliated with Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Cardenas an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Cardenas works at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital (Gastroenterology) Lansing in Lansing, MI with other offices in Grand Rapids, MI. They frequently treat conditions like Constipation along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Cardenas' Office Locations

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    Helen DeVos Children's Hospital (Gastroenterology) Lansing
    3960 Patient Care Dr, Lansing, MI 48911 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (616) 267-2100
  2. 2
    Helen DeVos Children's Hospital (Gastroenterology) Grand Rapids
    35 Michigan St NE Ste 4150, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (616) 267-2100

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    About Dr. Vanessa Cardenas, MD

    Specialties
    • Pediatric Gastroenterology
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1558622209
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    Education & Certifications

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    • UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER
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    • Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology
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    Dr. Cardenas has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Cardenas has seen patients for Constipation, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Cardenas on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Cardenas. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Cardenas.

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