Lawrence Vernon Baker
Surgeon
3400 Highway 78 E Med Arts Tower Ste 5 Jasper AL, 35501About
Dr. Lawrence Baker is a general surgeon practicing in Jasper, AL. Dr. Baker 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. Baker 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
University of Alabama School of Medicine 1975
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (dvt)
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Transient Ischemic Attack (tia)
- Swelling
- Vascular Disease
- Permanent Removal Of Ingrown Toenails
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