
Valentine Nofong MD
Surgeon
2041 GEORGIA AVENUE NW HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL WASHINGTON DC, 20060About
Dr. Valentine Nofong is a general surgeon practicing in WASHINGTON, DC. Dr. Nofong 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. Nofong 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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