4.3
18 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
Craig Olson, MD, FACS, is an experienced board-certified and fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon who specializes in rectal and colon cancer and pelvic floor disorders. He performs advanced minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic surgeries and uses enhanced recovery pathways to optimize outcomes. He has a particular interest in treating the full spectrum of colon, rectal and anal disorders such as rectal and colon cancer, diverticulitis, constipation, pelvic floor disorders and inflammatory bowel disease. He also has experience with complex abdominal wall reconstruction and anorectal conditions such as hemorrhoids and anal fistula.Dr. Olson is nationally recognized for his work in advanced minimally invasive surgery and has published papers, book chapters and presented videos at national conferences on this topic. He has previously developed a pelvic floor disorder program and served as its first director, developing great experience with rectal prolapse, constipation and bowel …control problems. He has been consistently voted by his peers to be a D Magazine Best Doctor.
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- accepting new patients
- 23 years of experience
- speaks English
- Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
- 6 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 12 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Location
Baylor Scott & White Colon and Rectal - Waxahachie
2360 N I 35 Ste 310Waxahachie, TX 75165 Tel: (469) 800-9830
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Colorectal Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Colorectal Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 23 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English |
| Waxahachie , TX | Dallas , TX | Mansfield , TX | Dallas , TX |
| Med School: The University of Iowa (Education) | Med School: Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States | Med School: Lsu School of Medicine In Shreveport | Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Craig Olson
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Craig Olson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Craig Olson has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
23 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Texas, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas2009
Residency
University of Texas Southwestern2008
UT Southwestern Medical Center2004
Medical School
The University of Iowa (Education)Graduated in 2003
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- Dr. Craig Olson speaks English.
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- Where is Dr. Craig Olson's office located?
- Dr. Craig Olson's office is located at 2360 N I 35 Ste 310, Waxahachie, TX, 75165.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Craig Olson affiliated with?
- Dr. Craig Olson is affiliated with Ut Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion William P Clements Jr University Hospital, William P Clements Jr University Hospital, and Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Waxahachie.
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