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Dr. Michael W Potter M.D., Neurosurgeon
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Dr. Michael W Potter M.D.

Neurosurgeon

100 Dean Dr Central Point OR, 97502
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Dr. Michael Potter practices Neurological Surgery in Central Point, OR. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Potter prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.

Education and Training

Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or 1975

Board Certification

Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 42 years of experience

Dr. Michael W Potter M.D.'s Practice location

Dr. Michael Potter, MD

100 Dean Dr -
Central Point, OR 97502
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