Dr. Thomas J Blanke MD
Surgeon | Surgical Critical Care
621 S New Ballas Rd Saint Louis MO, 63141About
Dr. Thomas Blanke is a general surgeon practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Blanke 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. Blanke 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
Washington Univ Sch Of Med- St Louis Mo 1971
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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