Dr. Michael R Probstfeld MD
Surgeon
6422 E Speedway Blvd Suite 150 Tucson AZ, 85710About
Dr. Michael Probstfeld is a general surgeon practicing in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Probstfeld 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. Probstfeld 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
Univ Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca 1985
Touro University - California Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine 1985
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Pancreatitis
- Varicose Veins
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
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