Aura Fernanda Delgado-cifuentes MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
UNIVERSITY DISTRICT HOSPITAL - 3RD FLOOR RIO PIEDRAS PR, 00935About
Dr. Aura Delgado-cifuentes is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in RIO PIEDRAS, PR. Dr. Delgado-cifuentes specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Delgado-cifuentes often treats conditions like rectal cancer, colon cancer, hemorrhoids, anal fissures and diverticulitis. Colon and rectal surgeons may be referred to you by your gastroenterologist if your doctor believes you need a surgical procedure.
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