Dr. Alvaro Rodrigo Encinas M.D.
Family Practitioner
3030 Covington Pike Suite 100 Memphis TN, 38128About
Dr. Alvaro Encinas is a family practitioner practicing in Somerville, NJ. Dr. Encinas specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Encinas possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Ross University School of Medicine 2007
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Pancreatitis
- Stroke
- Pain
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