Dr. Alexander Warren Wilkes M.D.
Surgeon
221 Michigan St Ne Suite 200a Grand Rapids MI, 49503About
Dr. Alexander Wilkes is a general surgeon practicing in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Wilkes 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. Wilkes provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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Creighton University School of Medicine 2012
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