Dr. Laura Nadine Godat M.D.
Trauma Surgeon | Trauma Surgery
200 W Arbor Dr #8896 San Diego CA, 92103About
Dr. Laura Godat is a trauma surgeon practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Godat specializes in both operative and non-operative management to treat life threatening, traumatic injuries. Some commonly operated areas include the stomach, colon, spleen and pancreas and trauma surgeons also work with other surgeons to stabilize patients in critical condition. Typically, trauma surgeons work in the emergency care area of a hospital.
Education and Training
Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC Medical Degree
Wake Forest University, Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC Other Degree
UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego, CA Other Degree
Surgeon Medical Degree
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS- Surgical Critical Care
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