Dr. Katherine L Alley MD
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6410 Rockledge Dr Suite 504 Bethesda MD, 20817About
Dr. Katherine Alley is a general surgeon practicing in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Alley 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. Alley 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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