Dr. Paul R Torres MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
9401 N Oak Trfy Suite 101 Kansas City MO, 64155About
Dr. Paul Torres is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Torres specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Torres 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 Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il 1983
University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Sebaceous Cyst
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