Dr. George Tchirkow MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1050 Bower Hill Rd Suite 208 Pittsburgh PA, 15243About
Dr. George Tchirkow is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Tchirkow specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Tchirkow 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
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1970
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
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