Dr. William Mitchell Mckinnon MD
Surgeon
7018 Jeannette St New Orleans LA, 70118About
Dr. William Mckinnon is a general surgeon practicing in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Mckinnon 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. Mckinnon 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
Baylor College of Medicine 1952
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