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Ahmad El-hattab MD
Surgeon
1111 6th Ave Des Moines IA, 50314About
Dr. Ahmad El-hattab is a general surgeon practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. El-hattab 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. El-hattab provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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