Dr. Frank John Lacqua M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
7513 Fort Hamilton Pkwy Brooklyn NY, 11228About
Dr. Frank Lacqua is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Lacqua specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Lacqua 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 At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny 1985
University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences 1985
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Constipation
- Colon Polyps
- Vascular Disease
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