Dr. Ronald Clinton Atwater M.D.
Surgeon
1178 5TH ST SE CAIRO GA, 39828About
Dr. Ronald Atwater is a general surgeon practicing in CAIRO, GA. Dr. Atwater 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. Atwater 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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Meharry Medical College 2009
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