Dr. Lawrence J Billy M.D.
Surgeon
3933 S Broadway Limb Preservation Ce Saint Louis MO, 63118About
Dr. Lawrence Billy is a general surgeon practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Billy 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. Billy 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
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1966
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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