John Sheehy
Neurosurgeon
350 W Thomas Rd Phoenix AZ, 85013About
Dr. John Sheehy practices Neurological Surgery in Phoenix, AZ. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Sheehy 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.
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