Dr. Katharine Wolcott Markell M.D.
Surgeon
Madigan Army Medical Center Dept Of Surgery Bldg 9040 Fitzsimmon Tacoma WA, 98431About
Dr. Katharine Markell is a general surgeon practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Markell 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. Markell provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine 2002
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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