Dr. William L Shankel M.D.
Surgeon
516 East Nizhoni Blvd. Gallup NM, 87301About
Dr. William Shankel is a general surgeon practicing in Gallup, NM. Dr. Shankel 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. Shankel 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 Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct 1979
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Practice At 516 East Nizhoni Blvd.
516 East Nizhoni Blvd. -Gallup, NM 87301Get Direction
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