Dr. Rachel A Burke M.D.
Surgeon
825 FAIRFAX AVE STE 610 NORFOLK VA, 23507About
Dr. Rachel Burke is a general surgeon practicing in Portsmouth, VA. Dr. Burke 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. Burke 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
Uniformed Services Univ Of The Hlth Sci- Bethesda Md 1997
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine 1997
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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