Jorge L. Sosa, MD Verified

Bilingual: English, Spanish

  • Over 10,000 Bariatric Surgeries Performed
  • Featured on NBC’s Today in South Florida
  • Over 24 Years of Bariatric Experience

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3499 W 4th Ave. Suite 201, Hialeah, Fl., 33012

Description

Dr. Sosa began his medical practice in general surgery with a particular focus on the treatment of heartburn. In 2001, he developed a strong interest in bariatric surgery, performing his first gastric bypass procedure in March of that year. Since then, he has completed over 10,000 bariatric surgeries, establishing himself as a leader in the field.

Throughout his career, Dr. Sosa has authored numerous scientific articles and book chapters in both General and Laparoscopic Surgery. His research has been featured in esteemed publications such as the Journal of Laparoendoscopic Surgery and the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.

Information

Palmetto General Hospital

Certified by the MBSAQIP & SRC

EDUCATION:

Medical School
University of South Florida School of Medicine
1987

General Surgery Residency
University of Miami’s Jackson Memorial Hospital
1987-1992

Surgical Critical Care Fellowship
University of Miami’s Jackson Memorial Hospital
1992-1993

CERTIFICATIONS:

Board Certified in General Surgery
The American Board of Surgery

Board Certified in Surgical Critical Care
The American Board of Surgery

LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS:

FL State Medical License (1989-2027)

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:

American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
American College of Surgeons

AWARDS/HONORS:

Top Doctors: South Florida Castle Connolly, 2012

Top Doctors: Florida Castle Connolly, 2000

Experience

Bachelors in Biology
1983
Doctor of Medicine
1987
Internship & Residency
1992
Trauma/Surgical Critical Care
Fellowship
1993