Dr. Tekchand Tanwani MD
Surgeon
111 S 11th Ave Suite 223 Yakima WA, 98902About
Dr. Tekchand Tanwani is a general surgeon practicing in Yakima, WA. Dr. Tanwani 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. Tanwani 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
Sind Med Coll, Univ Of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan 1986
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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