Dr. David Nelson Gwaltney M.D.
Surgeon
1 Medical Park Blvd 250 West Bristol TN, 37620About
Dr. David Gwaltney is a general surgeon practicing in Bristol, TN. Dr. Gwaltney 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. Gwaltney 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 Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar 1978
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Diabetes
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Transient Ischemic Attack (tia)
- Swelling
- Leg Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
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