Dr. David Mortensen MD
Surgeon
800 Mercy Dr Suite 220 Council Bluffs IA, 51503About
Dr. David Mortensen is a general surgeon practicing in Council Bluffs, IA. Dr. Mortensen 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. Mortensen 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
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine 2000
Provider Details
Treatments
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Gallstones
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
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Nearby Providers
- Mrs. Stacey Elizabeth Burmeister MD201 Ridge St Council Bluffs IA 51503
- Dr. Myles Eldon Tieszen MD800 Mercy Dr Council Bluffs IA 51503
- Dr. Gregory Vincent Stanislav M.D.933 E PIERCE ST STE 206 COUNCIL BLUFFS IA 51503
- Dr. Michael Zlomke M.D.201 Ridge St Council Bluffs IA 51503
- Dr. Ardith A Ryberg MD801 Harmony St Council Bluffs IA 51503
- Dr. Caliste Iv Hsu M.D.1 Edmundson Pl Council Bluffs IA 51503