Dr. Douglas R Burka M.D.
Surgeon
9 Healthcare Drive Suite 204 Biddeford ME, 04005About
Dr. Douglas Burka is a general surgeon practicing in Chevy Chase, MD. Dr. Burka 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. Burka 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
Mechanical Engineering 2005
Provider Details
Treatments
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Sebaceous Cyst
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