Proctologists, also known as colon and rectal surgeons, are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the colon, rectum, and anus. They provide both surgical and non-surgical treatments for a wide range of conditions, including hemorrhoids, anal fissures, abscesses, inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer, and other disorders of the colon and rectum. Proctologists typically work in private practice, hospitals, or outpatient clinics, and may work closely with other medical specialists, including gastroenterologists, oncologists, and radiologists.

To become a proctologist in Miami, the doctor needs to attend medical school and earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree. They then need to complete a five year residency program in general surgery where they receive hands-on surgical training. They then need to complete a 1-2 year fellowship program in Colon and Rectal Surgery. They then need to pass the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery certification exam and finally need to get a license to practice medicine in the state of Florida. Altogether, it takes 14-15 years to become a proctologist in Miami.

A good proctologist should have extensive knowledge and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the anus, rectum, and colon. They should also have good bedside manner due to the sensitive nature of the procedures.

Below you'll find doctors we consider to be the best proctologists in Miami.