What is a colorectal surgeon?

Career: Colorectal Surgeon

A colorectal surgeon is a medical specialist who treats conditions and diseases that affect the lower digestive tract, such as hemorrhoids, bowel incontinence, diverticulitis, and colon cancer. As a colorectal surgeon, your job duties include performing diagnostic tests, such as ultrasounds and colonoscopy, to diagnose the patient’s illness. When necessary, you recommend and perform surgery to remove tumors or correct the condition.