Dr. John B Fobia MD
Surgeon
501 S 54th St Suite 227 Philadelphia PA, 19143About
Dr. John Fobia is a general surgeon practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Fobia 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. Fobia 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
Univ of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1977
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania 1977
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Diabetes
- Varicose Veins
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Cellulitis
- Osteomyelitis
- Leg Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
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