Dr. Kristen T. Rathbun MD
Surgeon
6600 Bruceville Rd Sacramento CA, 95823About
Dr. Kristen Rathbun is a general surgeon practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Rathbun 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. Rathbun 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 Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny 1999
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry 1999
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Obesity
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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