Dr. Norma Edith Santiago-rivera MD
Surgeon
10 Calle Casia San Juan PR, 00921About
Dr. Norma Santiago-rivera is a general surgeon practicing in San Juan, PR. Dr. Santiago-rivera 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. Santiago-rivera provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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