About
Dr. Salvatore Abbruzzese is a Rhode Island native and internal medicine physician with over two decades of clinical experience across multiple states. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. His residency took place at St. Mary's Medical Center in San Francisco.
Dr. Abbruzzese spent ten years practicing in Hawaii, delivering comprehensive care at Kauai Medical Clinic and managing complex inpatient cases as a hospitalist at Castle Medical Center. He also served the Block Island community through work at the Block Island Medical Center. At South County Hospital, he worked as a hospitalist from 2014 to 2023, holding leadership roles as Vice President and then President of the Medical Staff. He founded Old School Medicine in June 2024. Patients call him Dr. Sal.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency
St. Mary's Medical Center, San Francisco
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Abbruzzese right for?
Dr. Abbruzzese suits adults seeking a primary care physician with deep hospital-level clinical experience. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension or kidney disease benefit from his background in complex inpatient care. His whole-person approach works well for those who want a physician who listens carefully and knows them over time. Rhode Island locals who want a familiar, community-grounded doctor will find a natural fit with Dr. Sal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Abbruzzese specializes in internal medicine and primary care. He also manages chronic conditions including hypertension and kidney disease. His two decades of hospital-based experience inform how he approaches complex cases in the outpatient setting.
Dr. Abbruzzese earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at St. Mary's Medical Center in San Francisco.
Dr. Abbruzzese has over two decades of clinical experience. He practiced in Hawaii and Rhode Island, including nearly a decade as a hospitalist at South County Hospital. He held senior leadership roles there, serving as both Vice President and President of the Medical Staff.
Yes. Dr. Abbruzzese worked as a hospitalist at South County Hospital in Rhode Island from 2014 to 2023. He also served the Block Island community through the Block Island Medical Center before founding Old School Medicine in June 2024.
Dr. Abbruzzese sees adult patients seeking comprehensive primary care. He is particularly well-suited for patients managing complex or chronic conditions. His hospital-trained background gives him strong diagnostic and clinical judgment for high-acuity needs.
Yes. Dr. Abbruzzese offers direct 24/7 physician access as part of the Old School Medicine membership. Patients can contact him directly by phone at any time.
Yes. Dr. Abbruzzese makes home visits when patients need care outside the office. He also conducts hospital visits for members who require inpatient support.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026