Dr. John C Welker M.D.
Surgeon
1 University Of New Mexico Msc 10 5610 Albuquerque NM, 87131About
Dr. John Welker is a general surgeon practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Welker 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. Welker 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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University of New Mexico / Main Campus 2009
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