Dr. Stephen A Fletcher D.O.
Surgeon
6410 Fannin St 1400 Houston TX, 77030About
Dr. Stephen Fletcher is a general surgeon practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Fletcher 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. Fletcher 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
University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine 1979
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Birth Defects
- Blepharoplasty-eyelids
- Lumecca
Professional Memberships
- Member American Osteopathic Association, DO
Fellowships
- Children's Medical Center of Dallas-UT Southwestern 1994
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