Dr. Robert Blanton M.D.
Surgeon
1 Medical Park Blvd 250 West Bristol TN, 37620About
Dr. Robert Blanton is a general surgeon practicing in Bristol, TN. Dr. Blanton 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. Blanton 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
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1989
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 1992
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Stroke
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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