Dr. Jefferson R. Edwards M.D.
Surgeon
14540 Old Saint Augustine Rd Suite 2571 Jacksonville FL, 32258About
Dr. Jefferson Edwards is a general surgeon practicing in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards 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 Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va 1987
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1987
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Breast Cancer
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
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