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Dr. Rafael Antonio Iglesias MD
Surgeon
Hospital UPR Carolina PR, 00984About
Dr. Rafael Iglesias is a general surgeon practicing in Carolina, PR. Dr. Iglesias 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. Iglesias 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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