Dr. Travis G. Petricek MD
Surgeon
56 Medical Park Dr Franklin NC, 28734About
Dr. Travis Petricek is a general surgeon practicing in Franklin, NC. Dr. Petricek 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. Petricek 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
University Of Texas Medical School at Houston 2004
Provider Details
Treatments
- Skin Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Lipoma
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