Katherine Poruk
Surgeon
Johns Hopkins Hospital Department Of Surgery 600 N. Wolfe Street, Baltimore MD, 21287About
Dr. Katherine Poruk is a general surgeon practicing in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Poruk 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. Poruk 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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