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Dr. Scott Lewis Ruggles MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
835 S VAN BUREN ST GREEN BAY WI, 54301About
Dr. Scott Ruggles is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Green Bay, WI. Dr. Ruggles specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Ruggles 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
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1996
Georgetown University School of Medicine 1996
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Vaginal Prolapse
- Crohn's Disease
- Constipation
- Colon Polyps
- Malnutrition
- Vascular Disease
Fellowships
- Colorectal Surgery - GR.MERC/MSU - Ferguson Clinic
Dr. Scott Lewis Ruggles MD's Practice location
Practice At 670 Cormier Road
670 Cormier Road -Green Bay, WI 54304Get Direction
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