Mr. Derek Ray Serna-gallegos MD
Surgeon
5200 CENTRE AVE STE 715 PITTSBURGH PA, 15232About
Dr. Derek Serna-gallegos is a general surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Serna-gallegos 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. Serna-gallegos 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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Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California 2012
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