Dr. Bassam N. Helou M.D.
Surgeon
3443 Dickerson Pike Suite 600 Nashville TN, 37207About
Dr. Bassam Helou is a general surgeon practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Helou 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. Helou 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
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 1994
Provider Details
Treatments
- Pancreatitis
- Colon Cancer
- Venous Insufficiency
- Gallstones
- Cellulitis
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