Dr. Anthony John Leo MD
Surgeon
201 8th Ave Se Oelwein IA, 50662Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Anthony Leo is a general surgeon practicing in Oelwein, IA. Dr. Leo 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. Leo 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 Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1982
University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com 1982
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1982
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Neuropathy
- Hiatal Hernia
- Skin Cancer
- Pain
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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