Dr. Dennis E Choat MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
5555 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne Suite 206 Atlanta GA, 30342About
Dr. Dennis Choat is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Choat specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Choat 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.
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Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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