Dr. Shahzad Zafar M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1101 Madison St Suite 500 Seattle WA, 98104About
Dr. Shahzad Zafar is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Zafar specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Zafar 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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Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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