Dr. Maria Margarita Murphy M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1439 Stuart Engals Blvd Suite 100 Mount Pleasant SC, 29464About
Dr. Maria Murphy is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Mount Pleasant, SC. Dr. Murphy specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Murphy 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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- Vaginal Prolapse
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Neuropathy
- Constipation
- Pain
- Gas
- Skin Tag
- Vascular Disease
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