Dr. Thomas C. Sullivan M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
550 Washington St Suite 821 San Diego CA, 92103About
Dr. Thomas Sullivan is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Sullivan specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Sullivan 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
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas 1979
Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina 1978
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Gastritis
- Pain
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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