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Fernando Isaza, MD

Assistant Professor of Surgery (General, Trauma & Surgical Critical Care)
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Assistant Professor of Surgery (General, Trauma & Surgical Critical Care)

Biography

Fernando Isaza, MD is Assistant Professor of Surgery, board-certified in both General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Isaza blends clinical expertise with a strong dedication to education and surgical innovation. His areas of interest include hernia surgery, gallbladder disease, minimally invasive surgery, and robotic-assisted surgery, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and reducing recovery times through advanced techniques.

Dr. Isaza completed his medical education at Drexel University College of Medicine, followed by residency training in General Surgery at Lehigh Valley Hospital. He then pursued specialized fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care at Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Isaza is fully committed to contributing to the future of surgery through teaching, research, and improving patient care.

Last Updated on May 05, 2025.

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  • General Surgery, Trauma & Surgical Critical Care

    Assistant Professor
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Overview

Fernando Isaza, MD, is a surgeon who cares for adults with a broad range of general surgical needs, as well as patients who require trauma and surgical critical care. He treats conditions such as hernias, gallbladder disease, and other abdominal problems, and offers minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures when appropriate.

Dr. Isaza’s clinical focus includes hernia repair, gallbladder removal, and other operations involving the abdomen. He uses laparoscopic and robotic-assisted techniques, which rely on small incisions and cameras, to help reduce pain and support a smoother recovery whenever possible. He also has training in surgical critical care, which means he helps care for seriously ill or injured patients who need close monitoring after major surgery or trauma.

As an assistant professor of surgery at Yale School of Medicine, Dr. Isaza is dedicated to teaching the next generation of surgeons and advancing surgical practice. He is interested in how new technology and techniques, including minimally invasive and robotic surgery, can improve patient care and shorten recovery times.

Dr. Isaza earned his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine. He completed his residency in general surgery at Lehigh Valley Hospital and went on to complete fellowship training in surgical critical care at Yale School of Medicine.

Clinical Specialties

General Surgery, Trauma & Surgical Critical Care

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