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Dr. Alissa Swearingen M.D.
Surgeon
3443 Dickerson Pike Suite 270 Nashville TN, 37207About
Dr. Alissa Swearingen is a general surgeon practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Swearingen 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. Swearingen 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
Georgetown University in Washington DC 2005
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Acid Reflux
- Breast Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Gallstones
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Hernia
Dr. Alissa Swearingen M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 3443 Dickerson Pike Suite 270
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- Dr. Thomas B Taylor M.D.3443 Dickerson Pike Nashville TN 37207
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Nearest Hospitals
METRO NASHVILLE GENERAL HOSPITALl
1818 ALBION STREET NASHVILLE TN 37208SAINT THOMAS HOSPITAL FOR SPECIALTY SURGERYl
2011 MURPHY AVENUE NASHVILLE TN 37203