Dr. Ruth A Decker MD
Surgeon
224 S Woods Mill Rd Suite 252 South Chesterfield MO, 63017About
Dr. Ruth Decker is a general surgeon practicing in Chesterfield, MO. Dr. Decker 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. Decker 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 Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi 1986
New Jersey College of Dentistry 1986
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Thyroid Cancer
- Goiter
- Graves' Disease
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