Dr. Joseph B Twichell M.D.
Surgeon
3 Woodland Rd Suite 300 Stoneham MA, 02180About
Dr. Joseph Twichell is a general surgeon practicing in Stoneham, MA. Dr. Twichell 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. Twichell 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
Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1964
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Thoracic SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic SurgeryABTS
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Multiple haemoglobins and transferrins in a macaque sibship.
- Alkali-resistant haemoglobins in Prosimian primates.
- Fetal hemoglobin--a physiologic or evolutionary rudiment?
- Ultrasonic detection of microemboli from artificial surfaces: evidence of microembolic tissue damage.
- Disposable filter for microemboli. Use in cardiopulmonary bypass and massive transfusion.
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