Dr. Michael D. Trahan M.D.
Surgeon
459 Locust Ave 5th Floor Charlottesville VA, 22902About
Dr. Michael Trahan is a general surgeon practicing in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Trahan 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. Trahan 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
Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx 1996
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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