Maria Franco Fuenmayor, MD

Dr. Franco Fuenmayor is an Assistant Professor in Pediatrics in the Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. She obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of St. Thomas in Houston. She is a proud alumna of UTMB where she completed her medical school, pediatrics residency, and neonatal perinatal medicine fellowship. She currently serves as Co-Director of the “Preemie Clinic”, a specialized clinic that follows high risk patients until age 2. Dr. Franco Fuenmayor is a firm believer in the importance and impact of innovation through multidisciplinary teamwork. She enjoys collaborating with her colleagues and trainees to create a widespread culture of teamwork and integration that improves overall neonatal care.