Dr. John P Muffoletto M.D.
Surgeon
2751 Debarr Rd Suite 290 Anchorage AK, 99508About
Dr. John Muffoletto is a general surgeon practicing in Anchorage, AK. Dr. Muffoletto 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. Muffoletto 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
Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny 1991
State University of New York / Health Science Center At Stony Brook 1991
Stony Brook University School of Medicine 1991
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
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