LaparoscopicAppendectomy near Lakeland, FL

Care Philosophy: Dr. Ledesma is dedicated to providing comprehensive care in General, Colon and Rectal and Vascular Surgery. From patient education, diagnosis and screening to treatment and management using both minimally invasive and surgical techniques, Dr. Ledesma brings sub-specialty expertise to you.

Care Philosophy: Norbert Garcia-Henriquez, MD is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon. His areas of expertise include the use of minimally invasive surgery in the management of colon and rectal cancer, including advanced laparoscopy and transanal surgery. He has a special interest in the management of complex inflammatory bowel disease and he is proficient in the treatment of all common and complex anorectal disorders, including hemorrhoids, fistula in ano, and perianal/perirectal abscesses.

Biography: Dr. Jorge Marcet, MD is a Complex General Surgical Oncology Specialist who practices in Tampa, FL. He is 69 years old and has been practicing for 40 years. Dr. Jorge Marcet, MD is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital and Tampa General Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Carolina Martinez, MD is a Complex General Surgical Oncology Specialist who practices in Tampa, FL. She is 38 years old. Dr. Carolina Martinez, MD is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital and Tampa General Hospital.

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Biography: Milagros Fernandez, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon. After receiving her Bachelor of Science and Medical Degree from the University of Puerto Rico, Dr. Fernandez went on to complete a transplant surgery research fellowship at Auxilio Mutuo Hospital. She later returned to the University of Puerto Rico for a general surgery residency.A highly experienced clinician, Dr. Fernandez served as a general surgeon in San Juan, Puerto Rico for more than six years. She is fluent in English and Spanish.

Care Philosophy: Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for our patients by delivering professional and personal medical care in a safe and friendly atmosphere. We will accomplish our unique purpose in the most effective and efficient manner providing the highest quality of care for our patients in a safe and caring environment.

Biography: Dr. Huang is a fellowship-trained abdominal organ transplant surgeon. and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. He earned his medical degree at Washington University in St. Louis, MO and completed his residency at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Dr. Huang then went on to complete a fellowship with the LifeLink Transplant Institute in Tampa. He currently serves as the surgical director of renal transplantation for Tampa General Medical Group and is the vice chief of general surgery at Tampa General Hospital. Dr. Huang also holds an affiliate assistant professor appointment from the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, department of surgery. In his spare time, he enjoys tennis, basketball, violin and photography. Dr. Huang is also fluent in Mandarin Chinese, Taiwanese, Spanish and French.

Biography: Fred Howard, M.D., is board certified in general surgery and is known among his patients as jovial and approachable. He attended the University of Missouri Columbia, where he also completed his residency. A former pitcher for the Chicago White Sox, Dr. Howard practiced in Winter Haven before joining Heart of Florida Physician Group. Dr. Howard provides care for wound care patients and general surgery patients in the greater Lake Wales area. He treats patients with non-healing wounds in an outpatient setting at the Wound Care Center for Lake Wales Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Clark was born and raised in Tampa and is the fourth generation of his family to reside here. He enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter. He is an avid fisherman and enjoys fishing both in Tampa Bay and the Gulf.