Dr. David R Elwood MD
Surgeon
1365 CLIFTON RD NE ATLANTA GA, 30322About
Dr. David Elwood is a general surgeon practicing in Marietta, GA. Dr. Elwood 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. Elwood provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med 1998
University of Connecticut School of Medicine 1999
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Pancreatitis
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Cellulitis
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