Dr. Eric S Rolfsmeyer MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1201 S Euclid Ave Suite 104 Sioux Falls SD, 57105About
Dr. Eric Rolfsmeyer is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Sioux Falls, SD. Dr. Rolfsmeyer specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Rolfsmeyer often treats conditions like rectal cancer, colon cancer, hemorrhoids, anal fissures and diverticulitis. Colon and rectal surgeons may be referred to you by your gastroenterologist if your doctor believes you need a surgical procedure.
Education and Training
Univ of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1976
University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB Medicine
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Trauma
Professional Memberships
- Fellow - American College of Surgeons
- Member of American Society of Gastroenterology (ASGE)
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