Dr. Mark Schmelzel M.D.
Surgeon
101 E Miller Rd Sterling IL, 61081About
Dr. Mark Schmelzel is a general surgeon practicing in Sterling, IL. Dr. Schmelzel 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. Schmelzel 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
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Stroke
- Colon Cancer
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Hernia
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Swelling
- Vascular Disease
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