Dr. John Hwang MD
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201 16TH AVE E SEATTLE WA, 98112About
Dr. John Hwang is a general surgeon practicing in SEATTLE, WA. Dr. Hwang 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. Hwang 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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