Dr. Scot A Currie D.O.
Surgeon
1701 12th Ave Suite D Altoona PA, 16601About
Dr. Scot Currie is a general surgeon practicing in Altoona, PA. Dr. Currie 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. Currie 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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Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa 1997
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