Dr. Sergey Zhitnikov MD
Surgeon
256 Mason Ave Staten Island NY, 10305About
Dr. Sergey Zhitnikov is a general surgeon practicing in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Zhitnikov 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. Zhitnikov 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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