Dr. Melanie Sanders Morris MD
Surgeon
Uab Surgery Gi Section 1922 7th Ave S 406 K Birmingham AL, 35294About
Dr. Melanie Morris is a general surgeon practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Morris 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. Morris 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
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 2003
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Adoption of preoperative oral antibiotics decreases surgical site infection for elective colorectal surgery.
- Readmission rates after lower extremity bypass vary significantly by surgical indication.
- Venous thromboembolic events: How low can you go?
- Association of the Modified Frailty Index With 30-Day Surgical Readmission.
- Gaps in the Postoperative Conversation: A Comprehensive Review of Current Practices and the Unmet Needs of Surgeons, Families, and Waiting Room Personnel.
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