Dr. Stephen Merrill Sundberg M.D.
Surgeon
122 4th Ave Grinnell IA, 50112About
Dr. Stephen Sundberg is a general surgeon practicing in Grinnell, IA. Dr. Sundberg 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. Sundberg 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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University of Iowa Medical School MD
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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