Dr. Eric Matthew Shurtleff D.O.
Surgeon
3901 Rainbow Blvd Mailstop 2005 Kansas City KS, 66160About
Dr. Eric Shurtleff is a general surgeon practicing in Kansas City, KS. Dr. Shurtleff 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. Shurtleff provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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University of Wales in Great Britain
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