Dr. Robert E Nixon M.D.
Surgeon
535 Faunce Corner Road North Dartmouth MA, 02747About
Dr. Robert Nixon is a general surgeon practicing in North Dartmouth, MA. Dr. Nixon 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. Nixon 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
Albany Medical College - Union University 1989
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Pain
- Hernia
- Cellulitis
- Umbilical Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Sebaceous Cyst
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