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Wilmington Colorectal Surgeons

1 Doctors Found
Of the 1 Colorectal Surgeons in Wilmington shown on this page:
  • 1 Board certified
  • 1 Award winners
  • 7 Reviews
  • Average rating is 3.5 stars
  • Average wait time is 31.3 minutes

Top Colorectal Surgeons in Wilmington, NC

Joseph M Payne Jr, MD

  • Currently 3.5 of 4 stars
(7) (5)
Wilmington Health Assoc
1202 Medical Center Dr
Wilmington, NC 28401
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • Surgery
  • 25 years experience
  • Board certified
  • Completed fellowship
  • 4 star medical school
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 Wilmington, NC has a population of approximately 186,140 people. There is 1 colorectal surgeon near Wilmington, which gives it a ratio of 1 colorectal surgeon per 186,140 residents or a ratio of 1 colorectal surgeon per 78,939 households. There are 78,939 households in Wilmington.