Dr. Tom Alan Wolvos MD
Surgeon
3501 N Scottsdale Rd Suite 234 Scottsdale AZ, 85251About
Dr. Tom Wolvos is a general surgeon practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Wolvos 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. Wolvos 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
In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In 1980
Indiana University School of Medicine 1976
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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