Dr. Glena Dru Caton MD
Surgeon
2020 Capitol St Ne Salem OR, 97301About
Dr. Glena Caton is a general surgeon practicing in Salem, OR. Dr. Caton 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. Caton 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 Med School 2001
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine 2001
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Breast Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Sebaceous Cyst
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