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Dr. Ascension Torres, MD

Pediatric Surgery
4.4 (17)
Map Pin Small Fort Pierce, FL
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Ascension Torres, MD

Dr. Ascension Torres, MD is a Pediatric Surgery Specialist in Fort Pierce, FL. Dr. Torres, completed a fellowship at University of Illinois. Dr. Torres, completed a residency at University of Illinois. Patients rated Dr. Torres an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Torres works at HCA Florida Trauma Specialists in Fort Pierce, FL. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Torres' Office Locations

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    HCA Florida Trauma Specialists
    2402 Frist Blvd Ste 204, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (772) 264-4797

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    4.4
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    About Dr. Ascension Torres, MD

    Specialties
    • Pediatric Surgery
    Specialties
    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
    Languages Spoken
    Gender
    • Female
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    NPI Number
    • 1003996612
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Illinois
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Illinois
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Illinois
    Internship
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery and Pediatric Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Ascension Torres, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Torres is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Torres has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Torres works at HCA Florida Trauma Specialists in Fort Pierce, FL. View the full address on Dr. Torres’s profile.

    17 patients have reviewed Dr. Torres. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Torres.

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