Dr. Leland J Soto MD
Surgeon
300 Seymour Ave Suite 202 Derby CT, 06418About
Dr. Leland Soto is a general surgeon practicing in Derby, CT. Dr. Soto 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. Soto 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
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth 1998
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Cellulitis
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Sebaceous Cyst
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