Dr. Matthew J Metz MD
Surgeon
469 Marina Dr Georgetown SC, 29440About
Dr. Matthew Metz is a general surgeon practicing in Georgetown, SC. Dr. Metz 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. Metz 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
West Virginia University School of Medicine 1998
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Swelling
- Leg Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
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