Dr. John Martin Kerr MD
Surgeon
105 Medical Dr Elizabeth City NC, 27909About
Dr. John Kerr is a general surgeon practicing in Elizabeth City, NC. Dr. Kerr 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. Kerr 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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