Dr. Michael S. Gilligan M.D.
Surgeon
1555 Kingsley Ave Suite 503 Orange Park FL, 32073About
Dr. Michael Gilligan is a general surgeon practicing in Orange Park, FL. Dr. Gilligan 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. Gilligan 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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