Dr. Joseph Preston Hughes MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1250 E 3900 S #320 Salt Lake City UT, 84124About
Dr. Joseph Hughes is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Salt Lake City, UT. Dr. Hughes specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Hughes 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 Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut 1969
UNIV OF UT SCH OF MED 1969
University of Utah School of Medicine 1969
Tairunnessa Memorial Medical College and Hospital
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
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Treatments
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Vascular Disease
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