Dr. Shelley Marks MD
Surgeon
795 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA, 94301About
Dr. Shelley Marks is a general surgeon practicing in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Marks 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. Marks 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
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science 1993
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Colon Cancer
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Vascular Disease
Professional Memberships
- Fellow American College of Surgeons
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