Dr. Antonio Picon M.D.,
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
256 Mason Ave Staten Island NY, 10305About
Dr. Antonio Picon is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Picon specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Picon 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
University Of Los Andes 1988
Universidad de Los Andes (Venezuela) Facultad de Medicina 1988
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Liver Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Pain
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