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Dr. John David Welander M.D.
Surgeon
1415 Woodland Ave Suite 140 Des Moines IA, 50309About
Dr. John Welander is a general surgeon practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Welander 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. Welander provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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- Dr. Qasim Latif Chaudhry MB BCHIowa Methodist medical center Des Moines IA 50309
- Dr. Jason Kimball Shellnut M.D.1415 Woodland Ave Des Moines IA 50309
- Dr. Tamer Ayad Malik MD1212 PLEASANT ST STE 211 DES MOINES IA 50309
- Dr. Natisha Nicole Jensen MD1111 6th Ave Des Moines IA 50314
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700 EAST UNIVERSITY AVENUE DES MOINES IA 50316