Dr. Michael Molleston MD
Neurosurgeon
14 Orleans Dr Hattiesburg MS, 39402About
Dr. Michael Molleston practices Neurological Surgery in Jackson, MS. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Molleston prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Washington Univ Sch Of Med- St Louis Mo 1986
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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