Dr. Cora Lee Foster M.D.
Surgeon
1301 Trumansburg Rd Suite E Ithaca NY, 14850About
Dr. Cora Foster is a general surgeon practicing in Ithaca, NY. Dr. Foster 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. Foster 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
Drexel University College of Medicine
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 1989
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Obesity
- Breast Cancer
- Pain
- Hernia
- Goiter
- Sebaceous Cyst
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