Dr. John Scott Pittman M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
13421 Old Meridian St Suite 210 Carmel IN, 46032About
Dr. John Pittman is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Carmel, IN. Dr. Pittman specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Pittman 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
In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In 1957
Indiana University School of Medicine 1985
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Thoracic SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic SurgeryABTS
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Colon Polyps
- Vascular Disease
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