Dr. Ho Pak M.D.
Surgeon
1584 Old York Rd Abington PA, 19001About
Dr. Ho Pak is a general surgeon practicing in Abington, PA. Dr. Pak 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. Pak 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
TEMPLE UNIV SCH OF MED 1993
Temple University School of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Lymphoma
- Thyroid Cancer
- Goiter
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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