Dr. Jorge M Andrade MD

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Get to know Internist Dr. Jorge M. Andrade, who serves patients in Fall River, Massachusetts.

A top internist seeing pediatrics and geriatrics age groups, Dr. Andrade is in practice with SMG Andrade Medical Associates, an affiliate of Steward Medical Group.

“Providing convenient access to high-quality internal medicine by experienced physicians and staff who specialize in preventive treatments and wellness, with a focus on personalized care to help our patients get well, do well, and be well. We work collaboratively with the area’s top specialists affiliated with Steward Health Care to provide comprehensive, compassionate care, offering world class care close to home” as stated on their website. 

A native of Portugal, Dr. Andrade earned his medical degree from the University of Lisbon Faculty of Medicine in 1990. After relocating to the United States, he completed his residency in family medicine at the Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island in 1992, and his residency in internal medicine at Roger Williams Medical Center in 1994.

As a testament of his success, the doctor 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.

In the state of Massachusetts, Dr. Andrade has admitting privileges at Saint Anne’s Hospital.

Internal 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 well-being.

On a more personal note, Dr. Andrade is fluent in both English and Portuguese.

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