Dr. Fernando Garcia
Anesthesiology
Boca Raton, FL
35 years experience male
About
Bio
Currently in clinical practice as well as academic practice at Florida Atlantic University and Nova Southeastern University. Instructor to EMS staff for city of Boca Raton and Palm Beach county. Special interests in nutrition, exercise, weight control, genetic testing of drug metabolism, pain management and allergy management. Also, If you have an upcoming surgical procedure and are curious about the procedure itself, why it is being performed or what complications may arise from it, send me a message or request a consult and I would be happy to go over it with you.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Anesthesiology
Bariatrics
Critical Care
Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine
Pain Management
Licenses
United States: Florida
Doctor Q&A
91 Answers
34 Agrees
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A 28-year-old female asked:

Dr. Fernando Garcia answered
35 years experience Anesthesiology
Right sided pain: Right sided abdominal pain can be a serious problem and should not be ignored. Possibilities include, appendicitis, gall bladder disease, kidney ston ... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:

Dr. Fernando Garcia answered
35 years experience Anesthesiology
Face pain: Hi Anthony, as usual, there are many things this might be. Some more common than others. Although many are rare at your age. Stress can cause the head ... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:

Dr. Fernando Garcia answered
35 years experience Anesthesiology
Options: Unresolved pain can be debilitating and frustrating. Could you give me more information about your pain? Perhaps I could help with a virtual consult? ... Read More
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Feb 27, 2013
Here is a smart man who cares! Impressive. Consider yourself lucky if you get the chance to have him as your doctor.
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Garcia-Dorta is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Garcia-Dorta is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank u. Yes I waited until 7 centimeters. Then was augmented w petosin to speed back up and it took a long time before vaginal birth. Concern here is that it will slow them down again and lead to ces...Read More
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Thank you! I'm 16 months postop (L5,s1), unable to move without pain. Sacram is degenerating, apparently. 35 yo female. Hx of SA following passing of my only child. I refuse to live like this.
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thank you for your input, I've heard a lot about hormonal imbalance!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Graduated 1990MD
Medical/Graduate school
University of Miami
Graduated 1986MD
Residency
University of Miami, Jackson Health System
Residency
Miami Children's Hospital
Residency
MT SINAI HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
Affiliations
American Medical Association
Florida Medical Association
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