Biographical Information
Dr. Mark Fraiman is a board certified liver and pancreatic surgeon in Baltimore, MD.
Practicing for over 20 years, he is recognized as an expert in pancreatic and liver conditions and is one of the few doctors in the Baltimore area performing these surgeries.
His patient-centered approach and personalized treatments have earned him many awards and and accolades. Those honors include being named “Top Doc” by Baltimore Magazine 7 years in a row. Dr. Fraiman was also named “America’s Top Surgeon” in 2014 by Guide to America’s Top Surgeons Magazine.
Set up an appointment or get a second opinion with Dr. Fraiman. Call 410-427-2024 today.
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Education and Experience
Undergraduate Education: University of Virginia 1984
Medical Education: University of Maryland 1988
General Surgery Residency: St. Agnes Medical Center 1988-1993
Vascular Surgery Fellowship: Boston Va Medical Center 1994
Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplantation Fellowship: UCLA 1997
Graduate Education: MBA Johns Hopkins University 2010
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Awards & Honors
- Named “Top Doc” by Baltimore Magazine Seven Years in a Row
- Honored as “America’s Top Surgeon”
in 2014 - Featured in Guide to America’s Top Surgeons
Current Position: Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgeon / Research Director University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center Liver and Pancreas Center
Style of Care
Dr. Fraiman is a highly skilled, board- and fellowship-certified surgeon who has extensive experience with both open and laparoscopic surgical procedures and the latest minimally invasive techniques. He’s won many local, national and international awards of excellence because of his unique style of care.
Dr. Fraiman’s team of medical professionals share his treatment philosophy. Together, they create detailed plans for every patient. An expert team of nurses works with Dr. Fraiman to provide top-notch compassionate care.
What Makes Dr. Mark Fraiman and His Practice Unique?
Excellent Communication Style
Dr. Fraiman uses a simple and effective communication style. He listens carefully to patients’ questions and provides answers in ways that are easy to understand. Dr. Fraiman enjoys getting to know his patients and learning about their treatment preferences. He provides professional advice while respecting your choices.
Trustworthy
Various patient satisfaction surveys show that Dr. Mark Fraiman is a trustworthy liver and pancreas surgeon. He takes the time to explain various treatment procedures and recovery plans to patients. Dr. Fraiman also keeps his word and ensures patients get the best form of treatment they can afford.
Great Staff and Hospital
Dr. Fraiman doesn’t work alone. He has a great team that provides high-quality care at the University of Maryland Saint Joseph Medical Center. The medical team works hard to ensure there are no postoperative complications.
The medical center’s beautiful environment promotes faster recovery. The hospital also accepts a wide range of health insurance options, so you can easily find one that suits you.
Excellent Surgical Skills
The brilliant surgical skills of Dr. Fraiman can’t be disputed. He’s worked as a board-certified surgeon for over two decades, helping people with different conditions. His patients can confidently say he has helped them live healthy, happy and fulfilled lives.
Dr. Fraiman’s Surgical Approach
Dr. Fraiman and his team use both traditional and modern surgical approaches to treat patients. Wherever possible, he recommends the use of the modern minimally invasive approach. This approach helps diminish pain and reduces the total recovery time.
He can perform various types of minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries, such as:
- Bile duct exploration
- Pancreatic surgery
- Major or minor liver resection
- Draining of abscesses of the liver
- Ablation and removal of liver tumors
Conditions Treated
Dr. Fraiman and his team can treat various conditions of the liver, bile duct and pancreas. You can book an appointment with Dr. Fraiman to get treatment for different conditions, including:
- Bile duct injury
- Symptomatic liver lesions
- Liver abscess — simple and complex
- Acute or chronic pancreatitis
- Pancreatic cysts
- Cancer of the liver
- Bile duct cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
Book an Appointment With Dr. Mark Fraiman Now
If you need to consult with Dr. Fraiman, or you want to know whether he’s the best liver and pancreatic surgeon for you, give him a call now to book an appointment. You can also send an email to discuss your condition with him.
Contact Dr. Fraiman Today
Learn more about how Dr. Fraiman can help you or a loved one:
Office: (410) 427-2024
Fax: (410)427-2291
E-mail: [email protected]