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Dr. Alex Bryan Olsen M.D.
Surgeon
350 W Thomas Rd Dept. Of General Sur Phoenix AZ, 85013About
Dr. Alex Olsen is a general surgeon practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Olsen 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. Olsen 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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