
Dr. Richard Edward Hurst MD
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4440 65th Ave Ne Olympia WA, 98516About
Dr. Richard Hurst is a general surgeon practicing in Olympia, WA. Dr. Hurst 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. Hurst 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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