Hector Rodriguez-Cortes, M.D., a physician at Broward Health Chris Evert Children’s Hospital, recently passed the Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Care boards. He continues to be actively involved in the development of the Barbara Ziegler Pediatric Palliative Care Program at Chris Evert Children’s Hospital.

Rodriguez-Cortes earned his undergraduate degree in biology at the University of Puerto Rico and his medical training at the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. After graduating, he completed his residency in pediatrics at the University Children’s Hospital in Puerto Rico. His fellowship in pediatric hematology and oncology was conducted at the Children’s Medical Center of Dallas. Dr. Rodriguez-Cortes is also board certified in pediatrics and pediatric hematology and oncology.