Dr. Laura H. Goetz MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
3505 Broadway Dept Of Surgery Oakland CA, 94611About
Dr. Laura Goetz is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Oakland, CA. Dr. Goetz specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Goetz 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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