Dr. Shih-shan Lang Chen MD
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34th & Civic Center Blvd Children's Hospital Philadelphia PA, 19104About
Dr. Shih-shan Chen is a general surgeon practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Chen specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Chen provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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