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Dr. Melinda Beth Nickels M.D.
Surgeon
3509 22nd St Lubbock TX, 79410About
Dr. Melinda Nickels is a general surgeon practicing in Lubbock, TX. Dr. Nickels 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. Nickels 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 1989
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Vaginal Prolapse
- Chronic Pain
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Lymphoma
- Gallstones
- Hernia
Dr. Melinda Beth Nickels M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 3509 22nd St
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