Dr. Peter Allan Tuxen MD
Surgeon
1901 N California St Stockton CA, 95204About
Dr. Peter Tuxen is a general surgeon practicing in Stockton, CA. Dr. Tuxen 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. Tuxen 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
Univ of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa 1970
University of Washington School of Medicine 1970
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth 1968
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Colon Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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