Dr. Paul A Ghaemmaghami MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
5855 Bremo Rd Suite 101 Richmond VA, 23226About
Dr. Paul Ghaemmaghami is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Richmond, VA. Dr. Ghaemmaghami specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Ghaemmaghami 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
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1993
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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