Overview
Edward Purvis-Ii is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in South Boston, Virginia.
Dr. Purvis-Ii is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Varicose Veins, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Purvis-Ii is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- HMO
- POS
Locations
2232 Wilborn Ave, South Boston, VA 24592
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Edward S. Purvis-Ii
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Edward S. Purvis-Ii?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Edward S. Purvis-Ii by calling their office at 434-517-0233. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Edward S. Purvis-Ii a top-rated expert for Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edward S. Purvis-Ii is classified as an Advanced expert for Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Edward S. Purvis-Ii specialize in?
While Dr. Edward S. Purvis-Ii is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Varicose Veins, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Edward S. Purvis-Ii accept my insurance?
Dr. Edward S. Purvis-Ii accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 434-517-0233 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Purvis-Ii isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Purvis-Ii isAdvanced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Purvis-Ii isAdvanced. Learn about Varicose Veins.
- Experienced
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)Dr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS).
- CellulitisDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Chronic Recurrent Multifocal OsteomyelitisDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis.
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GallstonesDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GangreneDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- GastrectomyDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- HerniaDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- LymphangitisDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangitis.
- NecrosisDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Necrotizing FasciitisDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Fasciitis.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- OsteomyelitisDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Pharyngomaxillary Space AbscessDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Pharyngomaxillary Space Abscess.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Subareolar AbscessDr. Purvis-Ii isExperienced. Learn about Subareolar Abscess.

