Dr. Luther E Ward M.D.
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94244 Fourth Street Gold Beach OR, 97444About
Dr. Luther Ward is a general surgeon practicing in Gold Beach, OR. Dr. Ward 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. Ward 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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