Dr. Rick Joseph Wagner MD
Surgeon
825 E 8th St Winner SD, 57580About
Dr. Rick Wagner is a general surgeon practicing in Winner, SD. Dr. Wagner 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. Wagner 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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University of South Dakota 1990
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