
Dr. Glen Shapiro MD
Surgeon
1 Hospital Dr Columbia MO, 65212About
Dr. Glen Shapiro is a general surgeon practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro 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
University of Washington School of Medicine 2003
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Dr. Glen Shapiro MD's Practice location
Practice At 209 Martin Luther King Jr Way Group Health Tacoma Medical Center
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