Dr. Matthew Lyon Areford MD
Surgeon
890 W FARIS RD GREENVILLE SC, 29605About
Dr. Matthew Areford is a general surgeon practicing in Easley, SC. Dr. Areford 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. Areford 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
Duke University School of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Surgical Procedures
- Acid Reflux
- Gastritis
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
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