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Dr. Jorge E Silva M.D.

Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

3300 Main St 3rd Fl Springfield MA, 01199
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Dr. Jorge Silva practices Endocrinology in Springfield, MA. Dr. Silva specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Silva examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.

Education and Training

Universidad De Santiago De Chile, Facultad De Medicina 1968

University Of Chile

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Awards

  • Van Meter Award, American Thyroid Association   
  • Lats Prize, Latin American Thyroid Assn   
  • President, Canadian Society   
  • Endocrinology and Metabolism.   
  • 2006-Robert Volpe Distinguished Service Award   
  • from Canadian Society of Endocrinology   
  • Metabolism.   
  • Honorary Member, Chilean Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism   
  • Elected Member of American Society for Clinical Investigation   

Fellowships

  • Brigham & Women's Hospital, Fellow:Endocrinology    1976
  • Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center   
  • Harvard Medical School  

Dr. Jorge E Silva M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 3300 Main St 3rd Fl

3300 Main St 3rd Fl -
Springfield, MA 01199
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New patients: 413-794-5700
Fax: 413-794-1629

Practice At 800 College Hwy

800 College Hwy -
Southwick, MA 01077
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New patients: 413-569-2257
Fax: 413-569-2264

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