Dr. Philip Patrick Alford MD
Surgeon | Surgical Critical Care
4815 N Assembly St Department Of Surger Spokane WA, 99205Rating
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About
Dr. Philip Alford is a general surgeon practicing in Spokane, WA. Dr. Alford 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. Alford 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 Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl 1984
University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine 1984
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS- Surgical Critical Care
Provider Details
Treatments
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
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