Dr. Patrick Farrell Hammen M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
4750 Waters Ave Suite 103 Savannah GA, 31404About
Dr. Patrick Hammen is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Savannah, GA. Dr. Hammen specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Hammen 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
Mercer Univ Sch of Med, Macon Ga 1992
Mercer University School of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Genital Warts
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Aerolase® Technologies
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