Dr. Earl Van horn Thompson MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
2123 AUBURN AVE CINCINNATI OH, 45219About
Dr. Earl Thompson is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in CINCINNATI, OH. Dr. Thompson specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Thompson 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.
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