Dr. Alvaro Oviedo MD
Surgeon
1000 Asylum Ave Suite 2118 Hartford CT, 06105About
Dr. Alvaro Oviedo is a general surgeon practicing in Hartford, CT. Dr. Oviedo 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. Oviedo 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
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana BogotĀ· Facultad de Medicina 1965
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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