
Dr. William R Timmerman M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
7605 Forest Ave Suite 308 Henrico VA, 23229About
Dr. William Timmerman is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Henrico, VA. Dr. Timmerman specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Timmerman 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
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1979
University of Minnesota Medical School 1979
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
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- Crohn's Disease
- Colon Cancer
- Genital Warts
- Colon Polyps
- Aerolase® Technologies
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Homayoon Mohammed Akbari MD, PH.D.1250 E Marshall St Richmond VA 23298
- Dr. Crawford C Smith MD7605 Forest Ave Henrico VA 23229
- Dr. William Bruce Stewart M.D.7605 Forest Ave Henrico VA 23229
- Dr. Sean C O'donovan M.D.7605 Forest Ave Henrico VA 23229
- Dr. Emily Burke Rivet MD1250 E MARSHALL ST RICHMOND VA 23298
- Dr. Jon Palmintier M.D.7605 Forest Ave Henrico VA 23229
Nearest Hospitals
BON SECOURS ST MARYS HOSPITALl
5801 BREMO RD RICHMOND VA 23226