Mr. Derrick J Martin MD
Surgeon
1413 7th St Suite A Mamou LA, 70554About
Dr. Derrick Martin is a general surgeon practicing in Lady Lake, FL. Dr. Martin 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. Martin 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
University of the West Indies M.D. 1978
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Vein Disease
- Vein Treatment
- Varicose Vein Treatment
- Duplex Ultrasound
- Endovenous Laser Treatment
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Spider Vein Treatment
- Sclerotherapy
- Transdermal Laser Treatment
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member American College of Surgeons
- Professional Member Academy of Physicians in Wound Healing
Fellowships
- Montefiore Medical Center Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Harlem Hospital Medical Center Endoscopy
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