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Mark L Backus M.D.

Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology

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201 16TH AVE E SEATTLE WA, 98112
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Dr. Mark Backus is a radiologist practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Backus specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.

Education and Training

Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1987

University of Minnesota Medical School 1984

Board Certification

RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 31 years of experience

Mark L Backus M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 209 Martin Luther King Jr Way

209 Martin Luther King Jr Way -
Tacoma, WA 98405
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201 16TH AVE E -
SEATTLE, WA 98112
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New patients: 206-326-3000

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