Dr. Thomas Andrew Erchinger M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
3851 Roger Brooke Drive General Surgery Serv San Antonio TX, 78234About
Dr. Thomas Erchinger is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Erchinger specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Erchinger 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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