Dr. Vern Hicks Horton MD
Surgeon
2827 Fort Missoula Rd Community Medical Ce Missoula MT, 59804About
Dr. Vern Horton is a general surgeon practicing in Missoula, MT. Dr. Horton 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. Horton 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
Thoracic SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic SurgeryABTS
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