Dr. Charles Peter Lago M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
350 N Pine Island Rd Suite 300 Fort Lauderdale FL, 33324About
Dr. Charles Lago is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Dr. Lago specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Lago 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
Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny 1989
State University of New York Upstate Medical University 1989
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anal Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
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