Dr. Catherine Arellano Fontecha M.D.
Surgeon
500 W HOSPITAL RD FRENCH CAMP CA, 95231About
Dr. Catherine Fontecha is a general surgeon practicing in FRENCH CAMP, CA. Dr. Fontecha 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. Fontecha 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
St. George's University School of Medicine 2008
Provider Details
Treatments
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
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