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Dr. Alexander B Chao M.D., Vascular Surgeon
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Dr. Alexander B Chao M.D.

Vascular Surgeon | Vascular Surgery

34800 Bob Wilson DR San Diego CA, 92134
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Dr. Alexander Chao is a vascular surgeon practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Chao specializes in disorders relating to the arterial, venous and lymphatic systems. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Chao diagnoses and treats vascular diseases and performs vasular surgeries. Common conditions that a vascular surgeon treats are aneurysms, atherosclerosis and varicose veins. Vascular specialists might also treat trauma, venous ulcers, poor leg circulation, peripheral arterial disease and other vascular-related issues.

Education and Training

Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda, Md, United States 1994

Board Certification

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Dr. Alexander B Chao M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 34800 Bob Wilson DR

34800 Bob Wilson DR -
San Diego, CA 92134
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