Dr. Leonides V Santos MD
Surgeon
201 South Jackson Avenue Russellville AL, 35653About
Dr. Leonides Santos is a general surgeon practicing in Russellville, AL. Dr. Santos 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. Santos 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
University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery 1972
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- Acid Reflux
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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