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Dr. Douglas K Armbrister MD FACS
Surgeon
592 Radio Hill Rd Marion VA, 24354About
Dr. Douglas Armbrister is a general surgeon practicing in Marion, VA. Dr. Armbrister 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. Armbrister 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 1959
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Dawn Holman M.D.239 PARK BLVD MARION VA 24354
- Dr. Lyle W Bauman M.D.1203 Snider St Marion VA 24354
- Dr. Robert Joseph Ampudia M.D.596 Radio Hill Rd Marion VA 24354
- Dr. Aleksandr Sokolovsky D.O.239 PARK BLVD MARION VA 24354
- Dr. Hope Sherie M.D.1020 Terrace Dr Marion VA 24354
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