Dr. Ellen D. Walthall MD
Surgeon
301 Jenny George Ln Sweetwater TX, 79556About
Dr. Ellen Walthall is a general surgeon practicing in Sweetwater, TX. Dr. Walthall 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. Walthall 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
Tx A & M Univ Coll Of Med- College Station Tx 1990
Texas A&M University / Main Campus 1990
Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine 1990
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Leg Ulcer
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