Dr. Alex B Fruin M.D.
Surgeon
3901 Central Pike Suite 555 Hermitage TN, 37076About
Dr. Alex Fruin is a general surgeon practicing in Hermitage, TN. Dr. Fruin 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. Fruin 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
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 1998
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Sebaceous Cyst
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