Dr. Carmela A Sofia MD FACS
Surgeon
222 Milliken Blvd Fourth Floor Fall River MA, 02721About
Dr. Carmela Sofia is a general surgeon practicing in Fall River, MA. Dr. Sofia 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. Sofia 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
Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1984
University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools 1984
University of Maryland School of Medicine 1984
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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- Breast Cancer
- Pain
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