Dr. John Raymond Whittaker M.D.
Surgeon
21700 Northwestern Hwy Suite 1290 Southfield MI, 48075About
Dr. John Whittaker is a general surgeon practicing in Southfield, MI. Dr. Whittaker 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. Whittaker 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
Meharry Medical College 1976
Provider Details
Treatments
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Pain
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Vascular Disease
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