Dr. Susan L Behen M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
10710 Charter Dr Suite 230 Columbia MD, 21044About
Dr. Susan Behen is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Columbia, MD. Dr. Behen specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Behen 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 1988
University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences 1988
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Osteomyelitis
- Leg Ulcer
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