Dr. Richard Ralph Scallion MD
Surgeon
6 Doctors Cir Suite 1 Supply NC, 28462About
Dr. Richard Scallion is a general surgeon practicing in Supply, NC. Dr. Scallion 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. Scallion 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
Med Coll of Ga Sch of Med, Augusta Ga 1992
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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