Dr. John Dirk Wassner MD
Surgeon
465 Saint Michaels Dr Suite 110 Santa Fe NM, 87505About
Dr. John Wassner is a general surgeon practicing in Santa Fe, NM. Dr. Wassner 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. Wassner 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 Iowa Medical School MD
University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com 1972
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