Summary

Dr. Padilla is the Chief of the Psychiatry Department at Miami Children’s Hospital. He received his medical degree from the University of Santo Domingo in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Dr. Padilla completed his residency and served as Chief Fellow Consultation-Liaison at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University New York State Psychiatry Institute at Presbyterian Hospital in New York City, New York. Dr. Padilla is Board certified by the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry.

Dr. Padilla participates in clinical research, with his most recent initiatives involving treatment options for children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. He has also published and lectured extensively.

Dr. Padilla is a member of the American Psychiatry Association, American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Florida Psychoanalytic Society sFriends,t and the Florida Psychiatric Society.

Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 45 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Harlem Hospital Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Nicklaus Childrens Hospital

3100 Sw 62nd AveMiami, FL 33155

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PsychiatryPsychiatryPsychiatryPsychiatry
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45 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Miami , FLMiami , FLMiami , FLMiami , FL
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud Med School: St. Thomas University Med School: Maryville University Med School: Maryville University
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Americo Francisco Padilla has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Americo Francisco Padilla has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acne
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Binge Eating Disorder
  • Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Birth Control
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Eating Disorders
  • Insomnia
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Substance Abuse

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Harlem Hospital Center

Medical School

Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo Facultad De Ciencias De La SaludGraduated in 1981

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Dr. Americo Padilla speaks Spanish and English.
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Dr. Americo Padilla's office is located at 3100 Sw 62nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33155.
Which hospitals is Dr. Americo Padilla affiliated with?
Dr. Americo Padilla is affiliated with Nicklaus Childrens Hospital.

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