
Dr. Norma M Smalls MD
Surgeon
1450 Mercantile Ln Suite 217 Upper Marlboro MD, 20774About
Dr. Norma Smalls is a general surgeon practicing in Upper Marlboro, MD. Dr. Smalls 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. Smalls 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
Howard University Medical School MD
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS- Surgical Critical Care
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Fellowships
- Washington Hsp Ctr Prog, Washington, DC,, Critical Care Medicine 1983
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Practice At 1450 Mercantile Ln Suite 217
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