Jacob Steven Schaeffer MD
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401 9TH AVE NW WATERTOWN SD, 57201About
Dr. Jacob Schaeffer is a general surgeon practicing in WATERTOWN, SD. Dr. Schaeffer 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. Schaeffer 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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