Dr. Charles Boggess Cox M.D.
Surgeon
503 W Madison Ave Athens TN, 37303About
Dr. Charles Cox is a general surgeon practicing in Athens, TN. Dr. Cox 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. Cox 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 Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1983
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1983
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Chronic Pain
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diverticulosis
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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