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Dr. John W Smith, MD

  • 8645 Boynton Beach Boulevard
  • Boynton Beach,
  • Florida
  • 33472

Specialties

  • Colon Surgery & Rectal Surgery
  • General Surgery
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Boynton Beach Information

Boynton Beach, Florida is home to 1 practicing colon surgeon & rectal surgeon who has an office in the zip code 33472.

According to 2005 Census estimates, Boynton Beach has a population of 66,885, which gives it a specialist to resident ratio of 1 colon surgeon & rectal surgeon for every 66,885 residents.

Florida Information

Florida’s warm and humid subtropical climate makes it a winter destination for many. Population in 2000 was 15,982,378, according to census statistics. Tallahassee, located in the north panhandle area, is the state capital. Tourism is a major industry in Florida, with Cape Canaveral, Disney World, the Everglades National Park, Universal Studios, the Atlantic coast and the Gulf coast all destinations for visitors and residents. Year-round outdoor activities include camping, golf, scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing and boating.

According to 2005 Census estimates, Florida has a population of 17,789,864. Of this population, 3,975,071 are under the age of 18 and 2,978,335 are at or above the age of 65.

Colon Surgery & Rectal Surgery Information

Description

Colon and rectal surgery deals with the intestinal tract, the colon, rectum and anal canal. A colon and rectal surgeon diagnoses and treats various diseases of these areas of the body by medical and surgical means. This specialist may deal with other organs and tissues that are affected by intestinal disease, such as the liver, urinary, and female reproductive system.

A colon and rectal surgeon can also diagnose and manage conditions such as hemorrhoids, abscesses and fistulae (infections located around the anus and rectum), Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and other inflammatory conditions. They also use technical procedures to evaluate and treat cancer, polyps, and other anorectal diseases.

 
 

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