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Dr. Robert Joseph Rankel MD
Surgeon
5555 W Thunderbird Rd Glendale AZ, 85306About
Dr. Robert Rankel is a general surgeon practicing in Glendale, AZ. Dr. Rankel 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. Rankel 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
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny 1972
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Practice At 5555 W Thunderbird Rd
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