About
Maria A. Soriano-Pisaturo, MD earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, Cum Laude, from the University of the Philippines in Quezon City. She then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at Philippine General Hospital in Manila. Her postgraduate training brought her to New York Medical College's Metropolitan Hospital Program, where she completed both her internship and internal medicine residency. She then pursued a fellowship in Palliative Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo holds board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine in both internal medicine and hospice and palliative medicine. Rhode Island Monthly named her a Top Doctor in Palliative Care in 2020, and Roger Williams Medical Center honored her as Teaching Physician of the Year in 2016. She served as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Warren Alpert Medical School, Brown University from 2018 to 2021. She has published peer-reviewed research in the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, the American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, and the Journal of Palliative Medicine. She speaks both English and Tagalog. Outside the clinic, she plays pickleball, explores food tours, practices acoustic guitar, and pursues an interest in entrepreneurship.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of the Philippines, Quezon City, Philippines - Bachelor of Science, Biology, Cum Laude (1995)
Medical School
Philippine General Hospital, Manila, Philippines - Doctorate of Medicine (2000)
Residency
New York Medical College, Metropolitan Hospital Program, Internal Medicine (2006-2008)
Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH - Palliative Medicine (2008-2009)
Additional Training
Internship: New York Medical College, Metropolitan Hospital Program, New York, NY (2005-2006)
Certifications
Languages
English, Tagalog
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo right for?
Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with deep expertise in preventive and chronic disease management. Patients navigating complex or serious illness benefit from her palliative medicine background. Her wellness framework suits those who want a structured, whole-person approach to their health. Adults in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts who value direct physician access will find her model especially practical.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo treats a broad range of adult conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and other chronic illnesses. Her palliative medicine training also positions her to support patients managing serious or complex diagnoses. She addresses preventive health needs through comprehensive screenings and customized wellness planning.
Yes. Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine, one in internal medicine and one in hospice and palliative medicine. She also holds fellowship status in the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo completed her Doctorate of Medicine at Philippine General Hospital in Manila. She then trained at New York Medical College's Metropolitan Hospital Program for her internship and internal medicine residency. She completed her fellowship in Palliative Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio.
Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo combines internal medicine, lifestyle medicine, and palliative care expertise in a single practice. She builds personalized wellness plans around six principles: food, fitness, family, focus, fulfillment, and gratitude. This approach allows her to address both preventive health and serious illness with equal depth.
Yes. Rhode Island Monthly named Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo a Top Doctor in Palliative Care in 2020. Roger Williams Medical Center honored her as Teaching Physician of the Year in 2016. She also served as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Warren Alpert Medical School, Brown University from 2018 to 2021.
Yes. Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo has published peer-reviewed research in the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, the American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, and the Journal of Palliative Medicine.
Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo speaks both English and Tagalog, making her accessible to Filipino-speaking patients in the East Providence area.
Dr. Soriano-Pisaturo sees adults across Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. Her panel includes patients focused on preventive health, those managing chronic conditions, and individuals dealing with serious or life-limiting illness. Her background suits patients who want a physician comfortable with all stages of adult health.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026