Dr. Azra Abida Ashraf M.D.
Surgeon
4660 KENMORE AVE STE 220 ALEXANDRIA VA, 22304About
Dr. Azra Ashraf is a general surgeon practicing in Brighton, MA. Dr. Ashraf 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. Ashraf 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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