Dr. Afaq Zaman Khan MD
Surgeon
1510 San Pablo Street Suite 514 Los Angeles CA, 90033About
Dr. Afaq Khan is a general surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Khan 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. Khan 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
Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Pancreatitis
- Gallstones
- Malnutrition
- Pain
- Hernia
- Cellulitis
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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