Dr. Mark E. Armstrong M.D.
Surgeon
955 Bellefonte Ave Lock Haven PA, 17745About
Dr. Mark Armstrong is a general surgeon practicing in Lock Haven, PA. Dr. Armstrong 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. Armstrong 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
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1988
Temple University School of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Obesity
- Breast Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
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