Dr. Markham J Anderson M. D.
Urologist
5950 University Ave Suite 341 West Des Moines IA, 50266About
Dr. Markham Anderson is a urologist practicing in West Des Moines, IA. Dr. Anderson specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
Education and Training
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1975
Board Certification
UrologyAmerican Board of UrologyABU
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