Dr. Wayne Tuckson MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
250 E Liberty St Suite 802 Louisville KY, 40202About
Dr. Wayne Tuckson is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Louisville, KY. Dr. Tuckson specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Tuckson 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
Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc 1980
Howard University College of Medicine 1980
Provider Details
Treatments
- Chronic Pain
- Genital Warts
- Colon Polyps
- Vascular Disease
Fellowships
- Howard University, Washington, Dc 1986
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