Dr. Joe Ibrahim Askar MD
Surgeon
614 Central Ave Dunkirk NY, 14048About
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
Treatments
- Acid Reflux
- Skin Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Gas
- Sebaceous Cyst
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