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Dr. Amy M. Kusske MD
Surgeon
2021 Santa Monica Boulevard Santa Monica California, 90404About
Dr. Amy Kusske is a general surgeon practicing in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Kusske 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. Kusske 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
USC School of Medicine
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California 1992
Board Certification
General Surgery
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Gynecomastia
- Breast Cancer
- Lymphoma
- Pain
- Hernia
- Lipoma
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Surgery
What do you attribute your success to?
Excellent patient care.
Hobbies / Sports
- Skiing, Swimming, Biking, Family Time
Dr. Amy M. Kusske MD's Practice location
Santa Monica, California 90404Get Direction
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404Get Direction
Practice At 2021 Santa Monica Blvd Suite 625 E
2021 Santa Monica Blvd Suite 625 E -Santa Monica, CA 90404Get Direction
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