Dr. Horacio Augusto Leyva M.D.
Surgeon
7100 West 20th Ave Suite 606 Hialeah FL, 33016About
Dr. Horacio Leyva is a general surgeon practicing in Hialeah, FL. Dr. Leyva 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. Leyva 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
Universidad Complutense De Madrid MD
Universidad Autonoma De Madrid, Facultad De Medicina 1963
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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