Dr. Mark A Akins MD
Surgeon
1800 Medical Center Parkway Suite 430 Murfreesboro TN, 37129About
Dr. Mark Akins is a general surgeon practicing in Murfreesboro, TN. Dr. Akins 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. Akins 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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