Dr. Mathew Oommen MD
Surgeon | Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
4600 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Lafayette LA, 70508About
Dr. Mathew Oommen is a general surgeon practicing in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Oommen 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. Oommen 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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Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica 2000
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