Dr. Jessica Hammett MD
Surgeon | Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
1215 Lee St Charlottesville VA, 22908About
Dr. Jessica Hammett is a general surgeon practicing in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Hammett 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. Hammett 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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- Dr. Worthington Schenk M.D.1300 Jefferson Park Ave Charlottesville VA 22903
- Amber L Shada MD1215 Lee St Charlottesville VA 22908
- Dr. Peter T Hallowell MDUva Hospital Charlottesville VA 22908
- Dr. Katherine Menk Trahan M.D.459 Locust Ave Charlottesville VA 22902
- Dr. Michael D. Trahan M.D.459 Locust Ave Charlottesville VA 22902
- Dr. Bruce D. Schirmer M.D.Uva Hospital Charlottesville VA 22908