
Desmond Birkett
Surgeon
Lahey Hospital Medical Center Burlington MA, 01805About
Dr. Desmond Birkett is a general surgeon practicing in Burlington, MA. Dr. Birkett 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. Birkett 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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