Dr. Matthew Linger M.D.
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201 4TH ST STE 5B ALEXANDRIA LA, 71301About
Dr. Matthew Linger is a general surgeon practicing in ALEXANDRIA, LA. Dr. Linger 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. Linger 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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