Dr. Katherine Menk Trahan M.D.
Surgeon
500 Martha Jefferson Drive Floor 5 Charlottesville VA, 22911About
Dr. Katherine Trahan is a general surgeon practicing in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Trahan 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. Trahan 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
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 1998
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