Dr. David Willard Okeeffe MD
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30 Greyledge Dr Albany NY, 12211About
Dr. David Okeeffe is a general surgeon practicing in Albany, NY. Dr. Okeeffe 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. Okeeffe 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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