Dr. Joe M. Zimmerman MD
Surgeon
99 Montecillo Rd San Rafael CA, 94903About
Dr. Joe Zimmerman is a general surgeon practicing in San Rafael, CA. Dr. Zimmerman 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. Zimmerman 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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St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1979
Saint Louis University School of Medicine 1979
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