4.5
35 Ratings with 18 written Reviews
Summary
Joseph Frenkel, MD, is a board-certified colorectal surgeron. He received his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery residency at Boston University and a colorectal surgery fellowship at St. Francis Hosptial in Hartford, Connecticut. He received additional training in minimally invasive colorectal surgery and rectal cancer management at a fellowship at Marks Colorectal Surgical Associates at Lankenau Medical Center and Institute for Medical Research. Dr. Frenkel is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.
Dr. Frenkel has special expertise in single incision colorectal surgery, sphincter-preserving rectal cancer management, colonoscopy and surgical treatment of inflammatory bowel disease. He treats digestive health disorders of all types, including anorectal disorders, constipation and incontinence.
Dr. Frenkel has special expertise in single incision colorectal surgery, sphincter-preserving rectal cancer management, colonoscopy and surgical treatment of inflammatory bowel disease. He treats digestive health disorders of all types, including anorectal disorders, constipation and incontinence.
Quick Facts
- 24 years of experience
- George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
- 18 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Joseph Lawrence Frenkel has 5 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Joseph Lawrence Frenkel, MD | Dr. Christine Marie Herforth, MD | Dr. Laura Kathryn James Magovern, MD | Dr. Jose Henao, MD |
| Colorectal Surgery | Other | Anesthesiology | Emergency Medicine |
| 24 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Suffolk , VA | San Diego , CA | Norfolk , VA | Virginia Beach , VA |
| Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Lawrence Frenkel
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Joseph Lawrence Frenkel has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joseph Lawrence Frenkel has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Dr. Joseph Lawrence Frenkel holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Virginia and Maryland.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2028 and an expired medical license in the state of Maryland that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 2002.
NPI Number
Dr. Frenkel's NPI number is 1679765804.
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- Dr. Joseph Frenkel's office is located at 5838 Harbour View Blvd Ste 240, Suffolk, VA, 23435.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Frenkel affiliated with?
- Dr. Joseph Frenkel is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Kempsville Center For Behavioral Health, Sentara Obici Hospital, Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center, and Greater Baltimore Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Joseph Frenkel accept my insurance?
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