New General Surgeon Joins Gadsden Physician Clinics Group

10/16/2025

Gadsden, AL, October 16, 2025- Those in Etowah County and the surrounding area now have increased access to general surgery procedures. General surgeon, Florencia “Flo” Pereira, M.D., has joined Gadsden Physician Clinics group.

“Having Dr. Pereira joining our medical staff is an exciting step for Gadsden Regional Medical Center,” said Michael Hall, CEO. “Her skills, compassion, and dedication to advancing surgical care will greatly benefit our patients and strengthen the level of service we provide to our community.”

Dr. Pereira received her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine in Boston, MA, and completed her general surgery residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, TX. Her clinical interests include minimally invasive surgery using both robotic and laparoscopic techniques for the treatment of a wide range of surgical conditions, from gallbladder disease to breast and colon pathology. She also has a particular focus in abdominal wall reconstruction and managing common types of hernias. She is excited to join the Etowah community and is committed to working closely with patients and staff to achieve the best possible outcomes.

“Dr. Pereira will be a tremendous asset to our team and to the people of this community,” said Dr. Alberto Echeverri, general surgeon at Gadsden Physician Clinics: General Surgery. “Her knowledge, fresh perspective, and patient-first approach make her a perfect fit for our clinic group.”

Dr. Pereira is now accepting patients at Gadsden Physician Clinics: General Surgery located at 900 Goodyear Avenue, Suite B, Gadsden, AL 35903. For more information or to request an appointment, visit bit.ly/GPCGeneralSurgery or call (256) 492-0020.

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