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Dr. Careen Shearin Foster M.D.

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5/5(1)
1400 N Ih 35 Suite 300 Austin TX, 78701
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Dr. Careen Foster is a general surgeon practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Foster 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. Foster 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 Co Sch of Med, Denver Co 2001

Board Certification

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish

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Dr. Careen Shearin Foster M.D.'s Practice location

Careen Foster, MD

1400 N Ih 35 Suite 300 -
Austin, TX 78701
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1321 COLBY AVE -
EVERETT, WA 98201
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