Dr. Douglas John Carlon MD
Vascular Surgeon | Vascular Surgery
14420 W MEEKER BLVD SUN CITY WEST AZ, 85375About
Dr. Douglas Carlon is a vascular surgeon practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Carlon specializes in disorders relating to the arterial, venous and lymphatic systems. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Carlon diagnoses and treats vascular diseases and performs vasular surgeries. Common conditions that a vascular surgeon treats are aneurysms, atherosclerosis and varicose veins. Vascular specialists might also treat trauma, venous ulcers, poor leg circulation, peripheral arterial disease and other vascular-related issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co 1996
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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