Ricardo Silva, MD
Endocrinologist

Endocrinologist An Internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases, and menstrual and sexual problems.

Board Certified: American Board of Internal Medicine

Internist An Internist is a personal physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and in the hospital, managing both common and complex illnesses of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and the digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Board Certified: American Board of Internal Medicine

Bachelor of Arts

Boston University, Boston, MA

1979 - 1983

Doctor of Medicine

University Central Del Caribe, Bayamon, PR

1983 - 1988

Doctor of Medicine

Universidad Central del Caribe, Bayamon, PR

1983 - 1988

Residency

Hurley Medical Center, Flint, MI

1988 - 1991

Residency

Hurley Medical Center, Flint, MI

1991 - 1992

Fellowship

University Medical Center of Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL

1992 - 1994