Dr. Michael K Gavigan DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
4 Barlows Landing Rd Suite #17 Pocasset MA, 02559About
Dr. Michael Gavigan is a podiatrist practicing in Pocasset, MA. Dr. Gavigan is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Gavigan diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
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