Dr. Karl M Francis MD
Surgeon
3550 N University Ave Suite 250 Provo UT, 84604About
Dr. Karl Francis is a general surgeon practicing in Provo, UT. Dr. Francis 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. Francis 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
St. George's University School of Medicine 2002
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hiatal Hernia
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Skin Tag
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