Celiac disease, also known as celiac sprue or non-tropical sprue, is a chronic multi-organ condition that primarily affects the lining of the small intestine. It can affect both children and adults and is caused by an allergy to...
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Carlos Boccardo
Hello! I am Dr. Carlos Boccardo, graduated as a Surgeon and specialized in Internal Medicine at the Central University of Venezuela. I did my Cardiology residency at the Venezuelan Red Cross. I have more than 40 years of experience, and what I am most passionate about in my profession is providing qualified care to patients who require it, with a professional, academic and human sense. Among my hobbies are sailing, playing tennis and paddle tennis. I joined the Santiago de León Clinic in 1975, and what I like most about practicing at the Clinic is the quality of care that all the staff provides to patients.
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