Dr. Douglas A. Zwemer, MD, FACS
Surgeon
1745 Holton Rd ste C Muskegon MI, 49445About
Dr. Douglas Zwemer is a general surgeon practicing in Muskegon, MI. Dr. Zwemer 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. Zwemer 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
Wayne State University School of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Colon Polyps
- Pain
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
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