Dr. Robert E. Robbins MD
Surgeon
1107 Crown Pointe Dr Suite C Elizabethtown KY, 42701About
Dr. Robert Robbins is a general surgeon practicing in Elizabethtown, KY. Dr. Robbins 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. Robbins 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
Univ of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh 1958
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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