
Dr. Walter Franklin Alexander M.D.
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537 Highland Ave Santa Cruz CA, 95060About
Dr. Walter Alexander is a general surgeon practicing in Santa Cruz, CA. Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander 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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