
Nathan Elwood MD
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US HWY 491 NORTH SHIPROCK NM, 87420About
Dr. Nathan Elwood is a general surgeon practicing in SHIPROCK, NM. Dr. Elwood 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. Elwood 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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