Dr. Allan Chad Van horn M.D.
Urologist
2705 Prince George Ave Desoto TX, 75115About
Dr. Allan Van horn is a urologist practicing in Desoto, TX. Dr. Van horn specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
Education and Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1987
Board Certification
UrologyAmerican Board of UrologyABU
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (bph)
- Prostate Cancer
- Urinary Incontinence
- Enlarged Prostate
- Interstitial Cystitis
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