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Dr. Roland Folse MD

Surgeon

2 Virginia Lane Springfield IL, 62712
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Dr. Roland Folse is a general surgeon practicing in Springfield, IL. Dr. Folse 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. Folse 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

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine 1958

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1984

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2 Virginia Lane -
Springfield, IL 62712
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