Dr. Edgar A Figueroa-gonzalez MD
Trauma Surgeon | Trauma Surgery
1350 S Hickory St Pso Melbourne FL, 32901About
Dr. Edgar Figueroa-gonzalez is a trauma surgeon practicing in Melbourne, FL. Dr. Figueroa-gonzalez specializes in both operative and non-operative management to treat life threatening, traumatic injuries. Some commonly operated areas include the stomach, colon, spleen and pancreas and trauma surgeons also work with other surgeons to stabilize patients in critical condition. Typically, trauma surgeons work in the emergency care area of a hospital.
Education and Training
Universidad De Santiago De Chile, Facultad De Medicina 1980
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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