Dr. Sean G Mayfield MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
4224 HOUMA BLVD METAIRIE LA, 70006About
Dr. Sean Mayfield is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in METAIRIE, LA. Dr. Mayfield specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Mayfield 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
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 2002
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Colon Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
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