Dr. Theodore James Jekums M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1801 W Romneya Dr 404 Anaheim CA, 92801About
Dr. Theodore Jekums is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Anaheim, CA. Dr. Jekums specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Jekums 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
Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada 1968
McGill University Faculty of Medicine 1968
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Breast Cancer
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Sebaceous Cyst
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