Dr. Richard Lindsey Byrd MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
7777 Hennessy Blvd Suite 206 Baton Rouge LA, 70808Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Richard Byrd is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Byrd specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Byrd 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
La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La 1981
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1981
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Anal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
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