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Dr. Betsy Ballard MD
Surgeon
2101 Medical Park Dr 304 Silver Spring MD, 20902About
Dr. Betsy Ballard is a general surgeon practicing in Silver Spring, MD. Dr. Ballard 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. Ballard 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
Universidad Central del Este (UCE) Facultad de Medicina 1980
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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- Dr. Carlos Jose Rodriguez DO11112 Amherst Avenue Silver Spring MD 20902
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- Dr. Yosef Y Greenspon MD713 North Belgrade Rd Silver Spring MD 20902
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