Dr. Charles Leonard Blankenship M.D.
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General Surgery Department National Naval Medic Bethesda MD, 20889About
Dr. Charles Blankenship is a general surgeon practicing in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Blankenship 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. Blankenship 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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