Dr. Richard C Branan M.D.
Neurosurgeon
33 Eagle Crest Dr. Tijeras NM, 87059About
Dr. Richard Branan practices Neurological Surgery in Tijeras, NM. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Branan prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Univ of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co 1971
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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