Dr. Cathel Ah Macleod MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
10 Andover Rd Portland ME, 04102About
Dr. Cathel Macleod is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Portland, ME. Dr. Macleod specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Macleod 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
Tufts University School of Medicine 1984
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Anal Cancer
- Genital Warts
- Colon Polyps
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
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