Dr. Joseph R. O'donnell M.D.
Neurosurgeon
414 Plymouth Ave Ne Grand Rapids MI, 49505About
Dr. Joseph O'donnell practices Neurological Surgery in Grand Rapids, MI. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. O'donnell prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1972
Wayne State University School of Medicine 1972
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