Dr. Philip W Smith M.D.
Trauma Surgeon | Trauma Surgery
979 E 3rd St Suite 300 Chattanooga TN, 37403About
Dr. Philip Smith is a trauma surgeon practicing in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Smith specializes in both operative and non-operative management to treat life threatening, traumatic injuries. Some commonly operated areas include the stomach, colon, spleen and pancreas and trauma surgeons also work with other surgeons to stabilize patients in critical condition. Typically, trauma surgeons work in the emergency care area of a hospital.
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