Overview
Dr. Edgardo Fortuno is an internist with specialty training in palliative medicine. Palliative medicine experts help patients control symptoms caused by any chronic illness – especially life-threatening ones – at any stage. He also assists patients and their loved ones in making complex decisions related to their diagnoses. Dr. Fortuno helps patients dealing with chronic illnesses manage a variety of unpleasant symptoms, including: Dr. Fortuno received his PhD in Biomedical Sciences (Genetics and Development) from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Speaks: English, Filipino.
His clinical expertise encompasses Opioid Induced Constipation.
Dr. Fortuno is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: Hospice & Palliative MedicineAmerican Board Of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine. Dr. Fortuno is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1305 W. 18th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Brookings Health System
Catherine Leadabrand is a Palliative Medicine provider practicing medicine in Brookings, South Dakota. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hip Replacement and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Leadabrand is currently accepting new patients.
Sanford Cancer Center
Dr. Terri Peterson-Henry specializes in palliative and hospice care. Speaks: English. Her clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Peterson-Henry is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine: Hospice & Palliative MedicineAmerican Board Of Family Medicine: Family Medicine. Dr. Peterson-Henry is currently accepting new patients.
Sanford USD Medical Center
Dr. Emily Haggerty provides general medical care to hospitalized patients. She is a board-certified internal medicine physician and works with her patients’ regular doctors and other specialists to ensure they receive high-quality care. Her services include: Speaks: English, French. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Gallbladder Disease, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Haggerty is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Haggerty is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Edgardo S. Fortuno
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Edgardo S. Fortuno?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Edgardo S. Fortuno by calling their office at 605-333-1000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Edgardo S. Fortuno a top-rated expert for Opioid Induced Constipation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edgardo S. Fortuno is classified as an Experienced expert for Opioid Induced Constipation, 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. Edgardo S. Fortuno specialize in?
While Dr. Edgardo S. Fortuno is a Palliative Medicine, they have specific expertise in Opioid Induced Constipation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Palliative Medicine.
Does Dr. Edgardo S. Fortuno accept my insurance?
Dr. Edgardo S. Fortuno accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-333-1000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Fortuno isExperienced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.