Dr. Louis Benedict Massad M.D.
Surgeon
110 Chatham Ln Fredericksburg VA, 22405About
Dr. Louis Massad is a general surgeon practicing in Fredericksburg, VA. Dr. Massad 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. Massad 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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Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1958
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