Dr. Eric Samuel Hager M.D.
Surgeon
THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL PHILADELPHIA PA, 19147About
Dr. Eric Hager is a general surgeon practicing in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Dr. Hager 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. Hager provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Fellowships
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center- UPMC, Pittsburgh, PA
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