Dr. Michael P Vercimak MD
Surgeon
1311 Memorial Dr Suite 700 Mendota IL, 61342About
Dr. Michael Vercimak is a general surgeon practicing in Mendota, IL. Dr. Vercimak 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. Vercimak 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
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1976
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1976
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Timothy O Minus D.O.1315 Memorial Dr Mendota IL 61342
- Dr. Eric A Kivisto DO1405 E 12TH ST MENDOTA IL 61342