Dr. Kirk W Heath M.D.
Surgeon
1120 First Colonial Rd Suite 203 Virginia Beach VA, 23454About
Dr. Kirk Heath is a general surgeon practicing in Virginia Beach, VA. Dr. Heath 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. Heath 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
Eastern Virginia Medical School 2002
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
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