Dr. Scott Allen Gering MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
39000 Bob Hope Dr Suite K-403 Rancho Mirage CA, 92270About
Dr. Scott Gering is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Rancho Mirage, CA. Dr. Gering specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Gering 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
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry 1994
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Constipation
- Pain
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
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