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Dr. Michael S. Cowher MD
Surgeon
300 HALKET ST PITTSBURGH PA, 15213About
Dr. Michael Cowher is a general surgeon practicing in Mars, PA. Dr. Cowher 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. Cowher 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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SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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- Tweeting the Meeting: Twitter Use at The American Society of Breast Surgeons Annual Meeting 2013-2016.
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