Dr. Dwane M Beckenhauer M.D.
Surgeon
501 S Santa Fe Ave Suite 200 Salina KS, 67401About
Dr. Dwane Beckenhauer is a general surgeon practicing in Pittsburg, KS. Dr. Beckenhauer 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. Beckenhauer 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 Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1982
University of Wales in Great Britain 1982
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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