Dr. Tatsuo Kawai MD PHD
Surgeon
55 Fruit Street Wht 510b Boston MA, 02114About
Dr. Tatsuo Kawai is a general surgeon practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Kawai 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. Kawai 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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Nihon University / Medical Faculty MD
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