Donald Wolfel MD
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
211 Sudderth Dr Ruidoso NM, 88345About
Dr. Donald Wolfel is a radiologist practicing in Ruidoso, NM. Dr. Wolfel specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1952
University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools 1952
University of Maryland School of Medicine 1952
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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