Dr. Nicole Elizabeth Lopez M.D
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
200 W ARBOR DR SAN DIEGO CA, 92103About
Dr. Nicole Lopez is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in SAN DIEGO, CA. Dr. Lopez specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Lopez 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 Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN Medical Degree
UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego, CA Other Degree
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA Other Degree
University of North Carolina, School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC Other Degree
Surgeon Medical Degree
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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