
Ariel Rodriguez
Physician Assistant | Surgical Technologist
6719 Governor GC Peery Highway #3600 Richlands Virginia, 24641-2484About
Dr. Ariel Rodriguez is a medical doctor with three years of experience. She currently specializes in Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery at Clinch Valley Medical Center situated in Richlands, Virginia. Dr. Rodriguez graduated from Catholic University in 2003, interned at Creighton University and completed her residency at the prestigious UCLA. Dr. Rodriguez also holds the Fellowship from Tampa General Hospital while having a Board Certification in Surgery from American Board of Surgery. Dr. Ariel is a professional member of societies such as American College of Surgery and Virginia Medical Association.
Education and Training
Catholic University
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery- Surgery
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Public Speaking -
Internships
- Creighton University
Fellowships
- Tampa General Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Surgery, Virginia Medical Association
What do you attribute your success to?
- Perseverance
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