Dr. Derek Thomas Dirks MD
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750 N SYRINGA ST STE 205 POST FALLS ID, 83854About
Dr. Derek Dirks is a general surgeon practicing in POST FALLS, ID. Dr. Dirks 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. Dirks 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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