Dr. Joseph Lawrence Frenkel M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
5818 HARBOUR VIEW BLVD SUFFOLK VA, 23435About
Dr. Joseph Frenkel is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Wynnewood, PA. Dr. Frenkel specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Frenkel 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.
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS- 2009
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS- 2008
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Colonoscopy
Professional Memberships
- Fellow Associate American College of Surgeons American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons
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