Dr. Kenneth D Minks M.D.
Surgeon
4069 Lake Dr Se Suite 117 Grand Rapids MI, 49546About
Dr. Kenneth Minks is a general surgeon practicing in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Minks 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. Minks 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
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 1999
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Thyroid Cancer
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Goiter
- Graves' Disease
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