Dr. Rachel Gabrielle Clopton MD
Surgeon
Duke University Medical Ctr Box 3443 Durham NC, 27710About
Dr. Rachel Clopton is a general surgeon practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Clopton 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. Clopton 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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