Dr. Robert Earl Douglass MD
Surgeon
2525 NE 139TH ST VANCOUVER WA, 98686About
Dr. Robert Douglass is a general surgeon practicing in Vancouver, WA. Dr. Douglass 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. Douglass 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
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1982
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SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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