Dr. Leigh A Dageforde MD
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4921 PARKVIEW PL STE 8C SAINT LOUIS MO, 63110About
Dr. Leigh Dageforde is a general surgeon practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Dageforde 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. Dageforde 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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