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Dr. Stephen Abernathy, MD

General Surgery*
5.0 (1)
Map Pin Small Temple, TX
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Stephen Abernathy, MD

Dr. Stephen Abernathy, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Temple, TX. They specialize in General Surgery, has 28 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from TEXAS TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY and is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple. Patients rated Dr. Abernathy an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Abernathy works at Baylor Scott & White Clinic in Temple, TX. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Abernathy's Office Locations

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    2401 S 31st St Ste 4A, Temple, TX 76508 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (254) 724-2111

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  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

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Sphincterotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Urinary Bladder Reconstruction
Vaginectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. Stephen Abernathy, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 28 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1851389779
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • TEXAS TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
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    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Abernathy works at Baylor Scott & White Clinic in Temple, TX. View the full address on Dr. Abernathy’s profile.

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