Dr. Gilbert Emile Faustina MD
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380 North Reservation Rd Porterville CA, 93257About
Dr. Gilbert Faustina is a general surgeon practicing in Porterville, CA. Dr. Faustina 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. Faustina 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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