Dr. Joseph Bernard Africa M.D,
Surgeon
3800 Reservoir Rd Nw Washington DC, 20007About
Dr. Joseph Africa is a general surgeon practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Africa 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. Africa 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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