Dr. Henry Peter Schoonyoung M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
100 E Lancaster Ave Wynnewood PA, 19096Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Henry Schoonyoung is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Wynnewood, PA. Dr. Schoonyoung specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Schoonyoung 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
Ross University School of Medicine 2009
Provider Details
Dr. Henry Peter Schoonyoung M.D.'s Expert Contributions
What is the aftercare for hemorrhoid surgery like?
You should ask your surgeon this question as recovery varies based on what type of surgical treatment is delivered for hemorrhoids. READ MORE
Is it possible to have colonic polyps when you're young?
Polyps and colorectal cancer is seen in young and old persons. You should be evaluated by a colon and rectal surgeon and though what you describe may be related to an anorectal problem, it should be evaluated to ensure you don’t need a colonoscopy READ MORE
Is surgery always required for polyps?
Polyps need to be removed either via colonoscopy or surgically. READ MORE
How do you identify anal fissures?
Anal fissure is diagnosed with physical exam. Most times it will get better with medicine and diet changes alone. You should be evaluated by a colorectal surgeon for this. READ MORE
When do you need a colonoscopy?
Depending on who in your family had colon cancer typically the recommendation is to start at 40 or 10 years younger than the first degree relative that had the diagnosis which ever comes first. READ MORE
Surgery for my bleeding hemorrhoids?
You should be evaluated in the office. Many times hemorrhoids can be managed with medical therapy or office based procedures. READ MORE
Why am I passing blood in my stools?
Many times, blood in the stool is related to hemorrhoids or other issues around the anus, but it should be evaluated in the office by a colorectal surgeon to make sure it’s nothing more. READ MORE
Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
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