Zahira Lugo Lopez, MD
Internist
917 Ave Tito Castro Ponce PR, 00716About
Dr. Zahira Lugo Lopez is an internist practicing in Ponce, PR. Dr. Lugo Lopez specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Lugo Lopez provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine Medical Degree 2016
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
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Fellowships
- San Juan City Hospital (Endocrinology)
Professional Society Memberships
- The Endocrine Society, American College of Physicians,American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
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Get to know Internist Dr. Zahira Lugo Lopez, who serves patients in Ponce, Puerto Rico.
Dr. Lopez is a board-certified internist who is affiliated with San Lucas Episcopal Medical Center.
San Lucas Episcopal Medical Center, commonly known as Hospital San Lucas, is a hospital in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It is the largest hospital in the region, with a history of more than 100 years serving the southern area of Puerto Rico. It provides health services of the highest quality, focused on individualized care to achieve the physical, emotional, and spiritual restoration of patients through a compassionate, competent, and committed team.
The doctor’s acclaimed career in medicine began after she earned her medical degree from the Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine in 2016.
Licensed to practice medicine in Puerto Rico, Dr. Lopez 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.
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.
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