
Scott Rasmussen
Proctologist
1 Sean Lane Mount Sinai New York, 11766About
Dr. Scott Rasmussen is a proctologist practicing in Mount Sinai, New York. Dr. Rasmussen specializes in diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. Proctologists are also referred to as colorectal surgeons and they often work together with other specialists such as a gastroenterologist, to deal with digestive issues, or a gynecologist to treat strictly female issues. Complex surgeries and highly advanced equipment are used to make these procedures minimally invasive.
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