Mr. James A Olson MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
333 N 1st St Suite 130 Boise ID, 83702About
Dr. James Olson is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Boise, ID. Dr. Olson specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Olson 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
G Washington Univ Sch Med & Hlth Sci 1995
Mechanical Engineering 1995
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Treatments
- Colon Cancer
- Genital Warts
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
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