
Dr. Mark Alan Parker MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1317 4th Ave S Birmingham AL, 35233About
Dr. Mark Parker is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Parker specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Parker 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
University of Alabama School of Medicine 1998
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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- Dr. Gregory D. Kennedy M.D., PH.D.2000 6TH AVE S BIRMINGHAM AL 35233
- Dr. Daniel I-hsin Chu M.D.619 19TH ST S BIRMINGHAM AL 35249
- Dr. Steven D Scarcliff M.D.3400 INDEPENDENCE DR BIRMINGHAM AL 35209
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