Dr. K P Karunakaran MD
Surgeon
5685 Gratiot Rd Saginaw MI, 48638About
Dr. K Karunakaran is a general surgeon practicing in Saginaw, MI. Dr. Karunakaran 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. Karunakaran 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
Stanley Medical College/University Hospital MD
Dr M.G.R. Medical University / Madras Medical College 1958
Madras Medical College 1958
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- Diabetes
- Arthritis
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Osteoarthritis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Vascular Disease
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