Dr. Ricardo L Pena MD
Surgeon
280 Exempla Cir Lafayette CO, 80026About
Dr. Ricardo Pena is a general surgeon practicing in Lafayette, CO. Dr. Pena specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Pena provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
University Of Colorado School Of Medicine 1996
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Breast Cancer
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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