Dr. Frederick S Nuss M.D.?
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Dr. Frederick S Nuss M.D.

Surgeon

2/5(16)
5950 University Ave Suite 135 West Des Moines IA, 50266
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2/5

About

Dr. Frederick Nuss is a general surgeon practicing in West Des Moines, IA. Dr. Nuss 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. Nuss 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

Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1977

University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com 1977

Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1977

Morningside College

Board Certification

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 40 years of experience

Treatments

  • Breast Cancer
  • Gallstones
  • Pain
  • Hernia
  • Umbilical Hernia
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Goiter
  • Sebaceous Cyst

Dr. Frederick S Nuss M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 5950 University Ave Suite 135

5950 University Ave Suite 135 -
West Des Moines, IA 50266
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New patients: 515-244-4436, 515-875-9795
Fax: 515-875-9496, 515-244-4737

Dr. Frederick S Nuss M.D.'s reviews

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Patient Experience with Dr. Nuss


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