Dr. Janis A Pastena MD
Surgeon
95 Grasslands Road Nymc Dept. Of Surger Valhalla NY, 10595About
Dr. Janis Pastena is a general surgeon practicing in Valhalla, NY. Dr. Pastena 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. Pastena 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
Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il 1979
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS- Surgical Critical Care
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