Dr. Scott G Houghton MD
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1200 Sixth Ave No Centracare Clinic Saint Cloud MN, 56303About
Dr. Scott Houghton is a general surgeon practicing in Saint Cloud, MN. Dr. Houghton 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. Houghton 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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