Dr. Douglas R Elliott M.D.
Surgeon
407 S White St Suite 103 Mount Pleasant IA, 52641About
Dr. Douglas Elliott is a general surgeon practicing in Mount Pleasant, IA. Dr. Elliott 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. Elliott 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
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1978
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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