Sharon Ruth Weeks
Surgeon
8901 Rockville Pike Bethesda MD, 20889About
Dr. Sharon Weeks is a general surgeon practicing in BALTIMORE, MD. Dr. Weeks 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. Weeks 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
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine 2014
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