Dr. James Michael Bruce MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1125 East Spruce Avenue Suite 101 Fresno CA, 93720About
Dr. James Bruce is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Fresno, CA. Dr. Bruce specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Bruce 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
U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx 1979
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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