Dr. Nicole J Kafka MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
145 W 96th St Suite 1f New York NY, 10025About
Dr. Nicole Kafka is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Kafka specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Kafka 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.
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Total mesorectal excision with autonomic nerve preservation: a new foundation for the evaluation of multi-disciplinary adjuvant therapy in the management of rectal cancers.
- Planes of sharp pelvic dissection for primary, locally advanced, or recurrent rectal cancer.
- Endoscopic management of malignant colorectal polyps.
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