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Dr. Hector Derreza specializes in internal medicine and hospital medicine, bringing 35 years of experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina. Dr. Derreza provides comprehensive care for adult patients with complex medical conditions requiring hospitalization. He is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English.
Dr. Derreza practices at Charlton Memorial Hospital and Newport Hospital, with his primary location in Fall River, Massachusetts. He treats patients with serious conditions including heart failure, sepsis, and acute kidney injury. His expertise includes providing hospice care, life-prolonging treatment, and palliative care for patients facing serious illnesses. These services focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life during challenging medical situations.
Dr. Derreza practices at Charlton Memorial Hospital and Newport Hospital, with his primary location in Fall River, Massachusetts. He treats patients with serious conditions including heart failure, sepsis, and acute kidney injury. His expertise includes providing hospice care, life-prolonging treatment, and palliative care for patients facing serious illnesses. These services focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life during challenging medical situations.
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Quick Facts
- 35 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, Portuguese, English
- Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| 35 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, Portuguese, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Kannada, Hindi, Telugu | Speaks English |
| Fall River , MA | Lyons , CO | Wilmington , MA | Brookline , MA |
| Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Vijayanagar Institute Of Medical Sciences | Med School: Regis College |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Hector Derreza has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Hector Derreza has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Dr. Hector Derreza holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Rhode Island that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina in 1992 and UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE GUADALAJARA in 1991.
NPI Number
Dr. Derreza's NPI number is 1992795355.
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- What languages does Dr. Hector Derreza speak?
- Dr. Hector Derreza speaks Spanish, Portuguese, and English.
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- Where is Dr. Hector Derreza's office located?
- Dr. Hector Derreza's office is located at 363 Highland Ave, Fall River, MA, 02720.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Hector Derreza affiliated with?
- Dr. Hector Derreza is affiliated with Charlton Memorial Hospital and Newport Hospital.
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