Dr. Brian P Smith MD
Surgeon | Surgical Critical Care
3401 N Broad St Philadelphia PA, 19140About
Dr. Brian Smith is a general surgeon practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Smith 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. Smith 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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