Dr. David Blumberg MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
500 S Aiken Ave Suite 107 Pittsburgh PA, 15232About
Dr. David Blumberg is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Blumberg specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Blumberg 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
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny 1988
SUNY DWNSTATE M C COLL MED 1988
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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