Dr. Melvin Pelletier Payne MD
Surgeon
2996 Kate Bond Rd Suite 309 Memphis TN, 38133About
Dr. Melvin Payne is a general surgeon practicing in Memphis, TN. Dr. Payne 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. Payne 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 Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1988
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1988
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
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