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Nicklaus Children’s Hospital has several outpatient and urgent care centers throughout South Florida, including on-demand, virtual care.
Walk-in urgent care with no appointment needed.
Serving as your child's primary doctor's office.
Pediatric specialty consultations available closer to home.
A full range of comprehensive services all under one roof.
Connect with providers from the comfort of your own home.
With over 700 pediatric physicians on staff, we’re dedicated to helping you connect with the right specialist for your needs.
We have expertise in treating children and educating families on hundreds of different conditions.
We use cutting-edge, specialized treatments and procedures to ensure the best care for your child.
Physicians with the NCPS badge are employed by Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialist.
A physician identified with a Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists logo is an employee of Nicklaus Children's Health System. All other physicians listed on the website are in private medical practices.
Pediatric Urgent Care Physician
Dr. Cardenas is employed by Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists, the physician-led multispecialty group practice of Nicklaus Children’s Health System. He earned his medical degree from Technologica de Pereira in Pereira, Colombia. A pediatric residency then followed at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Cardenas is board certified in general pediatrics. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the American Medical Association.
Dr. Cardenas sees patients at Nicklaus Children’s Urgent Care Centers, which are located throughout South Florida. He is bilingual in English and Spanish.