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Dr. Prentiss Edward Smith M.D.

Surgeon

7597 S Bocage Ct Baton Rouge LA, 70809
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Dr. Prentiss Smith is a general surgeon practicing in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Smith 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. Smith 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

Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1959

Tulane University School of Medicine 1959

Board Certification

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS

Thoracic SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic SurgeryABTS

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Dr. Prentiss Smith, MD

7597 S Bocage Ct -
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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