Krista Pennington Terracina MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1600 SW ARCHER RD GAINESVILLE FL, 32610About
Dr. Krista Terracina is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in GAINESVILLE, FL. Dr. Terracina specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Terracina 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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