Dr. Katharine Carter MD
Surgeon
75 Francis St Brigham And Women's Boston MA, 02115About
Dr. Katharine Carter is a general surgeon practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Carter 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. Carter 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
Univ of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va 1979
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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- Breast Cancer
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