Dr. Lester James Yen M.D.
Hand Surgeon | Surgery of the Hand
5950 University Ave Suite 120 West Des Moines IA, 50266About
Dr. Lester Yen is a hand surgeon practicing in West Des Moines, IA. Dr. Yen specializes in caring for hand, wrist and forearm problems without the option of surgery unless necessary. Many hand surgeons are also experts in diagnosing and caring for shoulder and elbow problems and tend to suggest non-surgical treatments such as hand therapy or physical therapy.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca 1985
Board Certification
Plastic SurgeryAmerican Board of Plastic SurgeryABPS- Surgery of the Hand
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