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Dr. Brett E Ruffo MD, Colon and Rectal Surgeon
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Dr. Brett E Ruffo MD

Colon and Rectal Surgeon

4/5(50)
34 Commerce Dr Suite 1 Riverhead NY, 11901
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4/5

About

Dr. Brett Ruffo is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Riverhead, NY. Dr. Ruffo specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Ruffo 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 2000

Board Certification

Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Colon Cancer
  • Pain
  • Vascular Disease

Dr. Brett E Ruffo MD's Practice location

Brett Ruffo

34 Commerce Dr Suite 1 -
Riverhead, NY 11901
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New patients: 631-727-5065
Fax: 631-727-5413

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1300 ROANOKE AVENUE RIVERHEAD NY 11901

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