Dr. Dimitrios N Xanthakos MD
Surgeon
6811 Hickory Hill Dr Maumee OH, 43537About
Dr. Dimitrios Xanthakos is a general surgeon practicing in Maumee, OH. Dr. Xanthakos 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. Xanthakos 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
Kharkov National Medical University
University of Athens School of Health Sciences 1961
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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