Dr. Hussein A Kassam MD
Surgeon
303 E Superior St Suite 11-131 Chicago IL, 60611About
Dr. Hussein Kassam is a general surgeon practicing in Oklahoma City, OK. Dr. Kassam 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. Kassam 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 2008
University of New Mexico School of Medicine
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