Dr. Teresa L Lamasters M.D.
Surgeon
6600 Westown Pkwy Suite 220 West Des Moines IA, 50266About
Dr. Teresa Lamasters is a general surgeon practicing in West Des Moines, IA. Dr. Lamasters 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. Lamasters 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 Sd Sch Of Med- Vermillion Sd- 2001
University of South Dakota 2001
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Obesity
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Gastritis
- Indigestion
- Pain
- Hernia
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