Dr. Harold D Friedl MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1126 Gull Road Colon And Rectal Sur Kalamazoo MI, 49048About
Dr. Harold Friedl is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Kalamazoo, MI. Dr. Friedl specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Friedl 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 Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1975
University of Mi Med Sch 1975
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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