Dr. Karen Kay Darricau MD
Surgeon
1421 S Potomac St Suite 110 Aurora CO, 80012About
Dr. Karen Darricau is a general surgeon practicing in Aurora, CO. Dr. Darricau 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. Darricau 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 Co Sch of Med, Denver Co 1989
University Of Colorado School Of Medicine 1989
Uchsc
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Breast Cancer
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
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