Dr. William A Whitehead MD
Surgeon
415 S 28th Ave Hattiesburg MS, 39401About
Dr. William Whitehead is a general surgeon practicing in Hattiesburg, MS. Dr. Whitehead 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. Whitehead 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
Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1968
Tulane University School of Medicine 1968
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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- Breast Cancer
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