Dr. Alfred F Burnside M.D.
Surgeon
1011 1/2 Arcadia Lakes Dr Columbia SC, 29206About
Dr. Alfred Burnside is a general surgeon practicing in Columbia, SC. Dr. Burnside 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. Burnside provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 1952
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