Dr. Carlos Borras, MD
Sports Medicine Specialist | Sports Medicine
265 W Ina Rd Tucson AZ, 85704About
Dr. Carlos Borras is a Sports Medicine Family Practitioner in Tucson, AZ. As a Sports Medicine Family Practitioner, Dr. Borras is trained to assess, diagnose, prevent, and treat sports injuries in patients of all ages, and refer those patients to further services if needed. Sports Medicine Family Practitioners must complete specialized training in order to help each patient maximize function and improve quality of life.
Education and Training
Central University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine 1996
Universidad Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine 1996
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Awards
- 2012-2013 Voted Best Doctors in America
Treatments
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (dvt)
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Tendonitis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Permanent Removal Of Ingrown Toenails
Fellowships
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, SINAI HOSPITAL OF BALTIMORE, BALTIMORE, MD 2002
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Get to know Internist Dr. Carlos Borras, who serves patients in Tucson, Arizona.
Dr. Borras is an experienced and award-winning internist who appreciates building patient relationships and strengthening each patient’s health. As an internal medicine specialist, his focus is to establish a trusting dialogue, listen to each patient’s concerns, and learn about their lifestyle.
Dr. Borras is currently serving patients at TMCOne in Tucson, Arizona. TMCOne, Tucson Medical Center’s affiliated physician group, is a group of dedicated medical professionals providing state-of-the-art care in a variety of specialties, including internal medicine, family practice, endocrinology, and breast oncology with quality and convenience as their cornerstones.
Dr. Borras is also a physician at Arizona Center on Aging in Tucson, Arizona. The mission of Arizona Center on Aging is to promote healthy and functional lives for older adults through comprehensive programs in research, education and training, and clinical care.
Dr. Borras provides care for adults across the age spectrum and particularly enjoys treating families. He appreciates getting to know each person, understanding their family history, and explaining medical matters in real terms that apply to a patient’s unique needs.
Dr. Borras is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Originally from Puerto Rico, Dr. Borras earned his medical degree from Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine. He then went on to complete his residency in internal medicine at Johns Hopkins University and his residency in internal medicine / physical medicine and rehabilitation at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. In addition, he completed his fellowship training in primary care sports medicine/musculoskeletal care.
Dr. Borras served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Arizona and received the Best Doctors in America Award from 2013-2015. Although Tucson was intended to be a brief stop, the Borras family quickly appreciated the beauty, weather, and culture of Southern Arizona. They have called the Old Pueblo area home for more than 10 years.
Internal medicine or general medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall wellbeing.
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