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Dr. Fernando Afonso, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 47
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Dr. Fernando Afonso, MD is an Internist in Danbury, CT.
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Dr. Fernando Afonso, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 47
Danbury, CT
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17 years of experience
Dr. Fernando Afonso, MD is an Internist in Danbury, CT.

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Dr. Afonso graduated from Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Fernando Afonso, MD is an Internist in Danbury, CT and has 17 years experience. Dr. Afonso currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Danbury Hospital. Dr. Afonso has experience treating conditions like Dehydration and Asphyxia and Hypoxemia among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Afonso's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Afonso also speaks Portuguese. Dr. Afonso is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Dehydration
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Dehydration
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Dehydration
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Fever
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Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nausea
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Rhabdomyolysis
Shortness of Breath
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bursitis
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Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diaper Rash
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Gait Abnormality
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hip Pointer
Hives
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Kidney Infection
Knee Sprain
Lactose Intolerance
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Pharyngitis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Sarcoidosis
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Swine Flu
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Stones
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections

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Locations

  1. 1 Danbury Hospital
    24 Hospital Ave, Danbury, CT 06810
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 739-6959
  2. 2 New Milford Hospital
    21 Elm St, New Milford, CT 06776
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (860) 210-5390

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Mar 11, 2020
He cared for me in the hospital. He was extremely caring and listened to what I had to say.
Erica Bohman — Mar 11, 2020
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Languages Spoken
Portuguese
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Ross University School of Medicine
    2007
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Fernando Afonso, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Afonso's profile.

Dr. Afonso frequently treats the following conditions: Dehydration and Asphyxia and Hypoxemia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Fernando Afonso, MD is affiliated with Danbury Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Fernando Afonso, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Danbury Hospital

    24 Hospital Ave, Danbury, CT