Rafael De oliveira sillero M.D.
Neurosurgeon
5323 HARRY HINES BLVD DALLAS TX, 75390About
Dr. Rafael De oliveira sillero practices Neurological Surgery in DALLAS, TX. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. De oliveira sillero prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
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