Dr. John J Brothwell MD
Surgeon
5757 W Thunderbird Rd Suite E265 Glendale AZ, 85306About
Dr. John Brothwell is a general surgeon practicing in Glendale, AZ. Dr. Brothwell 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. Brothwell 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
Oral Roberts Univ Sch of Med, Tulsa Ok 1983
Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine 1983
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Colon Polyps
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Sebaceous Cyst
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