Dr. Jerry Wayne Sessions M.D.
Surgeon
401 11th St Ne Springhill LA, 71075About
Dr. Jerry Sessions is a general surgeon practicing in Springhill, LA. Dr. Sessions 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. Sessions 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
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1971
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1971
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Sinusitis
- Skin Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
- Strep Throat
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