Dr. Kenneth M Vandervelde MD
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7775 Angling Rd Portage MI, 49024About
Dr. Kenneth Vandervelde is a general surgeon practicing in Portage, MI. Dr. Vandervelde 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. Vandervelde 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 Michigan Medical School 1969
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