Denise M. Torres
Expertise in
6
conditions
Expertise in
6
conditions
100 North Academy Avenue, 
Danville, PA 

Overview

Dr. Torres is the chair of the Geisinger Surgery Institute and is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general surgeon subspecializing in trauma. Her clinical interests include trauma surgery, acute care surgery and surgical critical care. Her research interests include trauma systems and performance improvement. Dr. Torres earned her medical degree at Drexel University. She completed her residency in general surgery at Temple University Hospital, and her fellowship in surgical critical care at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Torres is certified by the American Board of Surgery in surgical critical care.

Dr. Torres is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Drexel University College Of Medicine - GME Office, 2003 - Doctor Of Medicine

Residency

Temple University Hospital, 2009

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in PA

Board Certifications

The American Board Of Surgery In Surgical Critical Care

Fellowships

University of Maryland Medical Center, 2010

Hospital Affiliations

Geisinger Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D

Locations

GMC Trauma Surgery
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Is Dr. Denise M. Torres a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Removal?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Denise M. Torres is classified as an Advanced expert for Gallbladder Removal, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Denise M. Torres specialize in?

While Dr. Denise M. Torres is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Removal, Gallbladder Disease, and Delirium. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Denise M. Torres participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Denise M. Torres has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Removal. You can view a list of Dr. Denise M. Torres's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Denise M. Torres accept my insurance?

Dr. Denise M. Torres accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Geisinger. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-271-7149 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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