Christopher Ellington
Surgeon
399-K Autumn Creek Drive Valley Park MO, 63088About
Dr. Christopher Ellington is a general surgeon practicing in Valley Park, MO. Dr. Ellington 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. Ellington provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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