Dr. Richard A Moore PHD, M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
979 E 3rd St Suite 300 Chattanooga TN, 37403About
Dr. Richard Moore is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Moore specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Moore 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
Temple University School of Medicine 1987
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Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Bladder Cancer
- Anal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Genital Warts
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
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