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Colon and rectal surgeons are experts in the surgical and non-surgical treatment of colon and rectal problems. Members have completed advanced training in the treatment of colon and rectal problems in addition to full training in general surgery.

ASCRS members complete a residency in general surgery, plus an additional year in colon and rectal surgery. They also pass an intensive examination conducted by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery administered after successful completion of written and oral examinations conducted by the American Board of Surgery.

Colon and rectal surgeons treat benign and malignant conditions, perform routine screening examinations and surgically treat problems when necessary.

1. Chasnoff IJ, Ellis JW, Fainman ZS. Family Health and Medical Guide. Lincolnwood, Ill. Publications International: 1998.General medical guide with sections on hemorrhoids and other digestive diseases.

2. Napoli M. Ultimate Medical Answer Book. New York, New York. Hearst Books; 1997. A question and answer book that contains a chapter on hemorrhoids.

3. Feinstein A. Symptoms: Their Causes and Cures. New York, New York. Bantam Books; 1994. General reference book that has a section on hemorrhoids.

4. Griffith H.W. Complete Guide to Symptoms, Illness, and Surgery. New York, New York. The Body Press/Perigee Books: 1995. A general handbook of symptoms and their therapies, including surgical interventions.

5. Mazier PW. Hemorrhoids, Fissures, and Pruritus Ani. Surgical Clinics of North America 1994; 74: 1277-1292. This excellent review article for physicians is written in technical language and is available in medical libraries.

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