Dr. Joseph Dean Centeno MD
Surgeon
525 Plaza Dr Suite 204 Santa Maria CA, 93454About
Dr. Joseph Centeno is a general surgeon practicing in Santa Maria, CA. Dr. Centeno 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. Centeno 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, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1995
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