Dr. Rodney Jon Kratz M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1101 Madison St Suite 500 Seattle WA, 98104About
Dr. Rodney Kratz is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Kratz specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Kratz 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
Indiana University School of Medicine 1997
Provider Details
Treatments
- Constipation
- Genital Warts
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Skin Tag
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
Dr. Rodney Jon Kratz M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Rodney Jon Kratz M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Recovering From Anal Fissure Surgery
An anal fissure is normally the result of the overstretching of the anal mucosa or moist tissue. It can overstretch due to a number of reasons such as passing extra-large and/or hard stools, constipation, low blood flow to the area, excessive diarrhea, dietary choices, and childbirth among others....
- What Is An Anal Fissurectomy?
An anal fissurectomy is a surgery that may be used for curing anal fissures. The procedure involves an incision in the sphincter muscles which control one's anal opening. It is normally the recommended surgery for treating tears or cracks that develop inside the distal canal (passageway) where waste...
- What Are the Treatments for Anal Fissure and Which Specialist Should I Consult?
Anal fissure is an impairment of the wall of the anus. It usually does not come with a lot of medical complications. Nonetheless, it should be treated with urgency, since it can make life very uncomfortable for you. Anal Fissure SymptomsAnal fissure comes with a number of symptoms. Since some of...
- Colonoscopy: What to Expect During Recovery
A colonoscopy is an outpatient procedure, wherein the rectum and the large intestine are checked. You do not need to stay overnight at the hospital or clinic unless your doctor needs to have additional tests done or needs you to be monitored for a short while.A colonoscopy can be used to identify...
- Epigastric Hernia: Get the Facts
A hernia is a condition in which some part of an internal organ grows through an opening and protrudes to some other area, thereby altering its normal location.There are many types of hernia, but the epigastric hernia is the most common form. An epigastric hernia occurs when abdominal tissue...
- What Occurs During The Different Stages of Prostate Cancer?
What Occurs During The Different Stages of Prostate Cancer?Prostate cancer is an infection of the prostate which causes abnormal growth of cells on the prostate gland. Prostate cancer is known to inhabit the body of an individual for a long time before displaying any symptoms. During the first...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Daniel Paul Froese MD1221 Madison St Seattle WA 98104
- Crystal Koerner M.D.1101 MADISON ST STE 500 SEATTLE WA 98104
- Dr. John A Griffin M.D.1101 MADISON ST SEATTLE WA 98104
- Dr. Richard Parker Billingham MD1101 Madison St Seattle WA 98104
- Dr. Jennifer Kim Lee M.D.1101 MADISON ST SEATTLE WA 98104
- Dr. Shahzad Zafar M.D.1101 Madison St Seattle WA 98104