Dr. Charles Hughes MD
Surgeon
743 JEFFERSON AVE STE 104 SCRANTON PA, 18510About
Dr. Charles Hughes is a general surgeon practicing in Lumberton, NJ. Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes 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 1990
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Colon Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
- AerolaseĀ® Technologies
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