Dr. Thomas S Dietrich MD
Surgeon
5009 Dubois Dr Vancouver WA, 98661About
Dr. Thomas Dietrich is a general surgeon practicing in Vancouver, WA. Dr. Dietrich 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. Dietrich 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
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1963
Wayne State University School of Medicine 1963
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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