Dr. Terry L Altstiel MD
Surgeon
1420 N 10th St Queen City Regional Spearfish SD, 57783About
Dr. Terry Altstiel is a general surgeon practicing in Spearfish, SD. Dr. Altstiel 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. Altstiel 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 Sd Sch Of Med- Vermillion Sd- 1980
University of South Dakota 1980
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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