Dr. Joao A Lopes M.D.
Surgeon | Surgical Critical Care
375 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE WEST ORANGE NJ, 07052About
Dr. Joao Lopes is a general surgeon practicing in Springfield, NJ. Dr. Lopes 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. Lopes 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
Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies MD
Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica Medicine
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Colorectal Cancer (colon Cancer), Breast Cancer, Surgical Procedures And More
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