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Dr. Cathleen Ligman, MD

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24 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Cathleen Ligman, MD

Dr. Cathleen Ligman, MD is a Critical Care Surgery Specialist in San Jose, CA. They specialize in Critical Care Surgery, has 24 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia and is affiliated with Santa Clara Valley Medical Center.

Dr. Ligman works at Practice in San Jose, CA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
    751 S Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 95128 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (888) 334-1000

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    Specialties*
    • Critical Care Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 24 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1396717385
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
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    • General Surgery
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