Alicia Alterio
Surgeon
680 CENTRE ST BROCKTON MA, 02302About
Dr. Alicia Alterio is a general surgeon practicing in Providence, RI. Dr. Alterio 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. Alterio 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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University Of Massachusetts Medical School 2014
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