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Timothy Joseph Schaffner M.D.
Surgeon
3551 ROGER BROOKE DR FORT SAM HOUSTON TX, 78234About
Dr. Timothy Schaffner is a general surgeon practicing in FORT SAM HOUSTON, TX. Dr. Schaffner 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. Schaffner 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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