Dr. David John Tolner MD
Neurosurgeon
203 Hospital Dr Suite 300 Glen Burnie MD, 21061About
Dr. David Tolner practices Neurological Surgery in Glen Burnie, MD. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Tolner 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 Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1977
University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus 1977
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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