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Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD

Pediatrics* Age 77
Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD
4.8 (5 Ratings)

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Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD
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Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD

Pediatrics* Age 77
Corpus Christi, TX
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD is a Pediatrician in Corpus Christi, TX.

About

Dr. Cortes graduated from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in 1993 and completed a residency at Fort Wayne Medical Education Program.Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD is a Pediatrician in Corpus Christi, TX and has 31 years experience. Dr. Cortes currently practices at The Children's Clinic and are affiliated with Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional. Dr. Cortes has experience treating conditions like Acute Upper Respiratory Infection among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Cortes received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Cortes' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Cortes also speaks Spanish. Dr. Cortes is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Wellness Examination
Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Wellness Examination
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Administrative Physical
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Fever
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Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Pharyngitis
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Strep Throat
Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Achilles Tendinitis
Acidosis
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Acne
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Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
ADHD and-or ADD
Alkalosis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Asthma
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Ataxia
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Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedwetting
Bird Flu
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Black Eye
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Burn Injuries
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Cellulitis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Common Cold
Conduct Disorder
Contact Dermatitis
Cough
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Cystic Fibrosis
Dehydration
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diaper Rash
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyshydrotic Eczema
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Elbow Sprain
Emphysema
Encounters for Normal Pregnancies
Enteritis
Febrile Convulsion
Folliculitis
Food Poisoning
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Genu Valgum
Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Hidradenitis
Hip Sprain
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Impetigo
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Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Knee Sprain
Lactose Intolerance
Laryngitis
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lice
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Limb Swelling
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Migraine
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Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Motion Sickness
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Neck Muscle Strain
Newborn Jaundice
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pediatric Obesity
Pediatric Overweight
Phimosis
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Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pinworm
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Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Polymyositis
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Pubic Lice (Crabs)
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus
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Scabies
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Scarlet Fever
Sciatica
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Sebaceous Cysts
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Second-Degree Burns
Separation Anxiety
Shortness of Breath
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Sunburn
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Swine Flu
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinea Versicolor
Torticollis
Tremor
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Urinary Incontinence
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Whooping Cough
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Yeast Infections
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Circumcision
Diabetes Counseling
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object

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Locations

  1. 1 The Children's Clinic
    3435 S Alameda St, Corpus Christi, TX 78411

Patient Satisfaction

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4.8
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Jan 08, 2021
I LOVE Dr. Cortz Sr. He is the next Dr. I've ever known
Rebecca Gonzalez — Jan 08, 2021
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Pediatrics
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
    1993
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatrics
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Fort Wayne Medical Education Program
    1994
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Fort Wayne Medical Education Program
    1996
Residency Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Cortes' profile.

Dr. Cortes frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Upper Respiratory Infection. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD is affiliated with Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional.

Yes, Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional

    3315 S Alameda St, Corpus Christi, TX