Dr. Maria Alejandra Lagarde Mussa, MD

Dr. Maria Lagarde Mussa is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who has dedicated 18 years to caring for patients with digestive and general medical conditions. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Jose Maria Vargas, bringing extensive training in both specialized gastroenterology care and comprehensive internal medicine. Dr. Mussa provides care in both English and Spanish, ensuring effective communication with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Mussa practices at multiple locations throughout Philadelphia, including Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. She focuses on treating serious conditions such as cirrhosis, acute kidney injury, and hypertension, helping patients manage complex health challenges. Her clinical expertise includes performing essential diagnostic tests like complete blood counts, comprehensive metabolic panels, and alkaline phosphatase testing to monitor …patient health and guide treatment decisions.