Dr. Colston Arthur Edgerton MD
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96 Jonathan Lucas St Charleston SC, 29425About
Dr. Colston Edgerton is a general surgeon practicing in Charleston, SC. Dr. Edgerton 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. Edgerton 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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