Dr. J peter Zegarra MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
2725 Capitol Avenue Suite 400 Sacramento CA, 95816About
Dr. J peter Zegarra is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Zegarra specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Zegarra 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
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California 1983
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anal Cancer
- Constipation
- Genital Warts
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Vascular Disease
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