Dr. Marco A Castaneda MD
Surgeon
12255 Depaul Drive #675n Bridgeton MO, 63044About
Dr. Marco Castaneda is a general surgeon practicing in Bridgeton, MO. Dr. Castaneda 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. Castaneda 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
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1975
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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- Dr. Darin Marshall Minkin D.O.3444 Mckelvey Rd Bridgeton MO 63044
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