Dr. Brian F Steckel M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
5 Palisades Dr. Suite 200 Albany NY, 12205Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Brian Steckel is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Albany, NY. Dr. Steckel specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Steckel 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.
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Awards
- 1987 Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society
- Resident Teacher Of The Year
- Baystate Medical Golden Apple Teaching Award
- 1999 Center
Fellowships
- New England Medical Center Hospitals 2001
- Mount Sinai Medical Center, Colorectal Fellowship 2002
- New England Medical Center, Research Fellow 2001
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