Dr. Salvador E Franco M.D.
Surgeon
409 Bayshore Blvd Tampa FL, 33606About
Dr. Salvador Franco is a general surgeon practicing in Tampa, FL. Dr. Franco 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. Franco 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 Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca 1994
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