Dr. Francisco J Couto, MD
Surgeon
8000 Red Bug Lake Rd Suite 290 Oviedo FL, 32765About
Dr. Francisco Couto is a general surgeon practicing in Orlando, FL. Dr. Couto specializes in abdominal wall reconstruction, Hernias, Biliary disease, Paraesophageal Hernias and Foregut surgery, Gastroesophageal reflux surgery, Colon and small bowel surgery. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency.
Education and Training
Universidad central de venezue MD 2006
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery
Provider Details
Dr. Francisco J Couto, MD's Expert Contributions
How common is chronic pain after inguinal hernia surgery?
Chronic pain (more than 6 months) is seen in 8 to 16% of patients after inguinal hernia repair, usually occurs when the nerve is injured or scar tissue grows around the nerve. Laparoscopic surgery has less incidence of pain than open technics. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- American College of Surgeons
- American College of Surgeons, Florida Chapter
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
- American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
- American Hernia Society
Areas of research
Hernia surgery
Foregut surgery
Dr. Francisco J Couto, MD's Practice location
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- Bela Kudish8400 Red Bug Lake Rd, Ste 2090 Oviedo FL 32765