Dr. Howard Matthew Black MD
Surgeon
102 Hillcrest Dr Roaring Spring PA, 16673About
Dr. Howard Black is a general surgeon practicing in Roaring Spring, PA. Dr. Black 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. Black 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
Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1986
Tufts University School of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Vascular Disease
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