Dr. Richard Pitzen, MD

As a general surgeon, Dr. Richard Pitzen, MD is trained in preoperative, operative and postoperative aspects. General surgeons have a deep understanding of immunology, anatomy, pathology, resuscitation and shock, anatomy and emergency care. General surgeons are expected to have a mastery of collaborative and communicative skills along with research abilities. He is skilled in imparting surgical care to the whole body. Surgical care comprises of operative management of patients at different stages and surgical treatment of endocrine system, abdominal organs, soft tissues, skin, alimentary tracts among others. In addition to it, pediatric surgery, trauma, burns, vascular surgery, surgical oncology, head and neck surgery are also handled.

General surgeons are seldom restricted to a certain profile as they are capable of treating multiple organs. Based on where general surgeons ordinarily work, they may perform certain surgeries such as orthopedic, gynecologic and urologic more frequently than others. However, general surgeons are known to limit their specialisation in certain academic centres. General surgeons work in different setups like the emergency department or intensive care units, based on the requirement at that particular point of time.

Dr. Richard Pitzen, MD is rated as a top general surgeon in the Ottumwa, IA area.

Dr. Richard Pitzen, MD is accepting new patients at his practice located at 737 E ALTA VISTA AVE, Ottumwa, IA, 52501. To book an appointment, please call (641) 469-4204