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Toms River Colorectal Surgeons

2 Doctors Found
Of the 2 Colorectal Surgeons in Toms River shown on this page:
  • 1 Board certified
  • 2 Award winners
  • 29 Reviews
  • Average rating is 3.8 stars
  • Average wait time is 19.4 minutes

Top Colorectal Surgeons in Toms River, NJ

Steven J Lowry, MD

Steven J Lowry, MD

  • Currently 3.5 of 4 stars
(8) (4)
Steven J Lowry, MD
1163 Route 37 W
Ste D2
Toms River, NJ 08755
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • Surgery
  • 18 years experience
  • Patients' Choice Award
  • 4 star hospital
  • Board certified

Nina J Paonessa, DO

  • Currently 4 of 4 stars
(21) (17)
Nina J. Paonessa, D.O., F.A.C.O.S.
67 Hwy 37 W
Toms River, NJ 08755
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • Surgery
  • 11 years experience
  • PCA 5th Anniversary
  • Completed fellowship
  • 3 star hospital
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 Toms River, NJ has a population of approximately 122,197 people. There are 2 colorectal surgeons near Toms River, which gives it a ratio of 1 colorectal surgeon per 61,099 residents or a ratio of 1 colorectal surgeon per 25,339 households. There are 50,677 households in Toms River.