Dr. Steven Harris Untracht M.D., PH.D., F.A.C.S
Surgeon
123 Tank Dr Johnstown PA, 15904About
Dr. Steven Untracht is a general surgeon practicing in Johnstown, PA. Dr. Untracht 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. Untracht 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 Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il 1981
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Atherogenic diets and neutral-lipid organization in plasma low density lipoproteins.
- Atherogenic diets and neutral-lipid organization in plasma low density lipoproteins.
- Axillary artery as a landmark in cannulating the subclavian vein.
- Intravascular metabolism of an artificial transporter of triacylglycerols. Alterations of serum lipoproteins resulting from total parenteral nutrition with Intralipid.
- Progress in central venous access.
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