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Dr. Joe Ibrahim Askar MD

Surgeon

614 Central Ave Dunkirk NY, 14048

About

Dr. Joe Askar is a general surgeon practicing in Dunkirk, NY. Dr. Askar 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. Askar 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

Universite Saint Joseph MD

Saint Joseph`s University / Faculty of Medicine 1989

University of St. Andrews School of Medicine 1989

Board Certification

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS

Provider Details

Male Spanish, Arabic, French 28 years of experience

Treatments

  • Acid Reflux
  • Skin Cancer
  • Colon Polyps
  • Gallstones
  • Pain
  • Hernia
  • Gas
  • Sebaceous Cyst

Dr. Joe Ibrahim Askar MD's Practice location

Practice At 614 Central Ave

614 Central Ave -
Dunkirk, NY 14048
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New patients: 716-366-4545
Fax: 716-366-4537

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