Dr. Francesco Palazzo M.D.
Surgeon
Ucsf Medical Ctr 400 Parnassus Ave. A San Francisco CA, 94143About
Dr. Francesco Palazzo is a general surgeon practicing in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Palazzo 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. Palazzo 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
University of Catania / Faculty of Medicine And Surgery
Universita Degli Studi Di Catania, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia 1997
University of Malta Faculty of Medicine and Surgery 1997
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Achalasia, Adenocarcinoma, Appendicitis And More
- Obesity
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Cancer
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Sebaceous Cyst
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