Dr. Philip L Harris MD
Surgeon
229 George Bush Blvd Delray Beach FL, 33444About
Dr. Philip Harris is a general surgeon practicing in Boynton Beach, FL. Dr. Harris 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. Harris 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
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine 1982
Provider Details
Treatments
- Breast Cancer
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Gallstones
- Thyroid Cancer
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Goiter
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