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Matthew David Skancke M.D., Colon and Rectal Surgeon
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Matthew David Skancke M.D.

Colon and Rectal Surgeon

1500 FOREST GLEN RD SILVER SPRING MD, 20910
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Dr. Matthew Skancke is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in SILVER SPRING, MD. Dr. Skancke specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Skancke 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.

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SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
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