Summary

Dr. Abel Torres is a dermatologist and plastic surgeon with 47 years of experience treating patients in the Gainesville area. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center. Dr. Torres is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Torres practices at multiple locations throughout Gainesville, including UF Health Dermatology facilities and Troesh Medical Center. He specializes in treating serious skin conditions such as basal cell skin cancer and melanoma. His surgical expertise includes performing Mohs surgery, a precise technique for removing skin cancer, and facial trauma repair procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Torres highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Abel Torres has 7 locations

UF Health Dermatology - Medical Plaza

1549 Gale Lemerand Dr Fl 3Gainesville, FL 32610

Malcom Randall Va Medical Center

1601 Sw Archer RdGainesville, FL 32608

UF Health Medical Dermatology - Springhill

4037 NW 86th Ter Ste 400Gainesville, FL 32606

Shands Healthcare

1600 Sw Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610

Uf Health Neuromedicine Hospital

1505 Sw Archer RdGainesville, FL 32608

UF Health Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology - Springhill

4037 NW 86 Terrace Fourth Floor, Suite 410Gainesville, FL 32606

Hca Florida North Florida Hospital

6500 W Newberry RdGainesville, FL 32605

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DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
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47 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish, Hebrew, Creole Speaks English Speaks Spanish, French, English
Gainesville , FLNorth Miami , FLPonte Vedra Beach , FLWest Palm Beach , FL
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: Nova Southeastern Med School: University At Buffalo State University Of New York School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Abel Torres

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Abel Torres has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Abel Torres has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Abel Torres holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Torres' NPI number is 1063434223.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Abel Torres accepting new patients?
Dr. Abel Torres has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Abel Torres's office located?
Dr. Abel Torres's office is located at 1549 Gale Lemerand Dr Fl 3, Gainesville, FL, 32610.
Does Dr. Abel Torres accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Abel Torres has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Abel Torres accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Abel Torres accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Abel Torres affiliated with?
Dr. Abel Torres is affiliated with Troesh Medical Center.

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