Dr. Edward G Hixson MD
Surgeon
309 County Route 47 Suite #4 Saranac Lake NY, 12983About
Dr. Edward Hixson is a general surgeon practicing in Saranac Lake, NY. Dr. Hixson 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. Hixson 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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