Dr. Michael Higgins M.D.
Surgeon
3015 Squalicum Pkwy Suite 250 Bellingham WA, 98225About
Dr. Michael Higgins is a general surgeon practicing in Bellingham, WA. Dr. Higgins 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. Higgins 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
University of Washington School of Medicine 2006
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
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