Dr. Velupillai Wignakumar M.D, FRCS
Surgeon
1 Hospital Drive Suite 4 Barbourville KY, 40906About
Dr. Velupillai Wignakumar is a general surgeon practicing in Barbourville, KY. Dr. Wignakumar 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. Wignakumar 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 London, Univ Coll, Sch of Med MD
University College London 1986
Provider Details
Treatments
- Skin Cancer
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Pain
- Cellulitis
- Vascular Disease
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