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Oakland Colorectal Surgeons

1 Doctors Found
Of the 1 Colorectal Surgeons in Oakland shown on this page:
  • 1 Board certified
  • 2 Reviews
  • Average rating is 4 stars
  • Average wait time is 15 minutes

Top Colorectal Surgeons in Oakland, CA

Matthew R Dixon, MD

Matthew R Dixon, MD

  • Currently 4 of 4 stars
(2) (1)
Kaiser Permanente Hospital - Oakland
280 W Macarthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94611
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • Surgery
  • 10 years experience
  • Rated 4 stars by patients
  • 4 star hospital
  • Board certified
What are Colorectal Surgery Specialists?

Colorectal surgeons are doctors who perform surgery in order to correct problems with the anus, rectum or colon. These physicians perform colonoscopies, and other diagnostic procedures, in order to identify any issues that require surgical intervention and what type of surgical procedure would be best. The specialists also care for these patients post-operation to ensure proper healing and recovery.

Common disorders that colorectal surgeons treat through both open and laparoscopic surgeries are:

  • Hemorrhoids
  • Anal fissures
  • Fistulas
  • Severe constipation
  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • Diverticulitis
  • Fecal incontinence
  • Rectal prolapse
  • Imperforate anus
  • Crohn's disease
  • Colorectal or anal cancers

The area of Oakland, CA has a population of approximately 381,459 people. There is 1 colorectal surgeon near Oakland, which gives it a ratio of 1 colorectal surgeon per 381,459 residents or a ratio of 1 colorectal surgeon per 149,394 households. There are 149,394 households in Oakland.