Dr. Sal C Santangelo M.D.
Surgeon
1700 N Rose Ave Suite 470 Oxnard CA, 93030About
Dr. Sal Santangelo is a general surgeon practicing in Oxnard, CA. Dr. Santangelo 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. Santangelo provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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Mechanical Engineering 1970
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