Summary

Dr. Ernesto Fernandez specializes in pediatric endocrinology, focusing on diabetes and metabolism disorders in children. She earned her medical degree from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and completed both her internship and residency at Children's Medical Center Dallas, finishing her residency in 1991. With 38 years of experience treating young patients with complex hormonal conditions, Dr. Fernandez provides expert care for children facing endocrine challenges. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Fernandez practices at Children's Medical Center Plano and sees patients at multiple Children's Health locations throughout Dallas and Plano. She treats children with Addison's disease, adrenal disorders, and adrenal carcinomas. Her practice includes managing Type 1 diabetes in pediatric patients and participating in the COACH Program for childhood obesity and weight management. Patients give Dr. Fernandez an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 38 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Childrens Medical Center Dallas
  • 3 written reviews
  • 4 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Ernesto M. Fernandez has 3 locations

Children's Health Specialty Center Dallas Campus

2350 N Stemmons Fwy Ste F4400Dallas, TX 75207
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Children's Health Specialty Center 1 Plano

7609 Preston Rd Ste P4400Plano, TX 75024
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Children's Health Specialty Center Park Cities

8160 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 106Dallas, TX 75231
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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4.6 
38 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English, Arabic
Dallas , TXCHICAGO , ILWebster , TXCHICAGO , IL
Med School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Med School: University of Tripoli Med School: Alfaisal University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ernesto M. Fernandez

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cook Children's Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Quiktrip
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior Vision
  • Texas Health Aetna
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ernesto M. Fernandez has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ernesto M. Fernandez has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Endocrinology & Metabolism
  • Immunization
  • Internist/pediatrician
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Childrens Medical Center Dallas1991

Internship

Childrens Medical Center Dallas1989

Medical School

University of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterGraduated in 1988

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Dr. Ernesto Fernandez speaks English and Spanish.
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