Dr. James J Schopp M.D.
Surgeon
3124 S 19th St Suite C220 Tacoma WA, 98405About
Dr. James Schopp is a general surgeon practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Schopp 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. Schopp 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
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1986
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Acid Reflux
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Sebaceous Cyst
- AerolaseĀ® Technologies
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