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How to Find the Best Colon Surgeon

Colon and rectal surgeons are experts in the treatment of diseases that affect the colon and rectum. They have completed advanced training in the treatment of these disorders in addition to full training in general surgery. Colon and rectal surgeons screen patients for diseases and treat problems with surgery when necessary. Finding the best colon surgeon is a relatively easy process; you can search through the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, the premier professional group for these doctors, or you can search through healthcare research firm Castle Connolly’s “Top Doctors” guide. Either path is simple.

Things You'll Need

  • Computer with internet access and web browser
  • Telephone
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Instructions

  1. American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

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      Direct your web browser to the web site of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (link in References). The ASCRS is the premier professional organization for colon and rectal surgeons; the organization maintains a current national directory of colon surgeons.

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      Search by your city and state, or by your Zip code. Click "Find Surgeon."

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      Review the results of your search, including name of surgeon, address, phone number and web site address. The search results will also indicate which surgeons have received special certification in colon and rectal surgery by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery.

    Castle Connolly's Top Doctor Guide

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      Visit Castle Connolly's top doctors web site (link in references). Castle Connolly, a respected medical research firm, maintains directories of top doctors in the nation, sorted by specialty and maintained annually. The doctors on Castle Connolly's lists receive nomination from other doctors - their professional peers - as a top doctor.

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      Select "Colon and Rectal Surgery" from the specialty drop down box. Click "Search" to see the nation's best-rated colon surgeons.

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      Review the results of your search, including surgeon name, detailed contact information, and profile information, such as education, training and special certifications. Click the name of the surgeon to view more details, including appointment information and the kinds of insurance the doctor accepts.

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