Dr. Richard D Sontchi MD
Surgeon | Surgical Critical Care
5149 N 9th Ave Suite 246 Pensacola FL, 32504About
Dr. Richard Sontchi is a general surgeon practicing in Pensacola, FL. Dr. Sontchi 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. Sontchi 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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SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS- Surgical Critical Care
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