Dr. Nechol Leigh Allen MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1514 Jefferson Hwy Brent House Room 634 New Orleans LA, 70121About
Dr. Nechol Allen is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Allen specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Allen 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
Univ of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm 2000
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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