Dr. Jennifer Lafemina MD
Surgeon
55 Fruit Street Boston MA, 02114About
Dr. Jennifer Lafemina is a general surgeon practicing in Worcester, MA. Dr. Lafemina 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. Lafemina 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
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 2003
University of California 2003
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Treatments
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancer
- Breast Cancer
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