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Colorectal Surgeon

Colon & Rectal Surgeon (MD/DO)

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Colorectal Surgeon — Colon & Rectal Surgeon (MD/DO)

About this Specialty

A surgical specialist focused on diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus. Colorectal surgeons treat colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease, hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and fistulas. They perform both minimally invasive and open surgical procedures.

When to See This Provider

Colorectal cancer diagnosis or screening, rectal bleeding, hemorrhoids, anal pain, inflammatory bowel disease requiring surgery, or diverticulitis complications.

Provider Details
Training Required

14–15 years

Provider Type

Doctor

Formal Title

Colon & Rectal Surgeon (MD/DO)

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