
Dr. Debra Holly Ford M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
2041 Georgia Ave Nw Washington DC, 20060About
Dr. Debra Ford is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Ford specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Ford 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
Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc 1986
Howard University College of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Anal Cancer
- Genital Warts
- Colon Polyps
- Hives
- Vascular Disease
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Practice At 2041 Georgia Ave Nw
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