Find a Proctologist in San Diego, California (CA)
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Local Proctologists
Dr. Ricky A. Shacket, DO
- 7808 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard
- San Diego,
- California
- 92111
Specialties
- Family Practice
- Proctology
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Average recommendation rating*: 5 out of 5
Dr. Mark A. Tapscott, DO
- 5555 Reservoir Drive Suite 100
- San Diego,
- California
- 92120
Specialties
- Proctology
Gender
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Average recommendation rating*: 4 out of 5
San Diego Information
San Diego, California is home to 2 practicing proctologists who have offices in 1 county and 4 zip codes, including zip codes 92123, 92120, 92111, and 92103.
According to 2005 Census estimates, San Diego has a population of 1,255,540, which gives it a specialist to resident ratio of 1 proctologist for every 627,770 residents.
California Information
California’s population is 36,142,137, and it is America’s third largest and most populous state. It also claims the highest and lowest altitudes in the lower 48 states. The lowest point in the country, Death Valley, is also home to the nation’s highest recorded temperature, 134 degrees. Tourists flock to this state for its many outdoor activities and attractions, including Universal Studios, Disneyland, Rodeo Drive shopping, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, wine country tours, and California’s numerous beaches and parks. Los Angeles is the nation’s second largest city, but California’s capital is Sacramento. The giant sequoias in California’s forests are among the oldest living things in the world, and a redwood in the Redwood National Park is said to be the world’s tallest tree, at 365 feet. California achieved statehood in 1850, and was named the Golden State after the beginning of the Gold Rush in 1848.
According to 2005 Census estimates, California has a population of 36,132,147. Of this population, 9,308,563 are under the age of 18 and 3,827,038 are at or above the age of 65.
Proctology Information
Description
Proctology is the study and treatment of disorders of the rectum, anus, colon and pelvic floor. A proctologist is a physician who treats problems such as hemorrhoids, birth defects of the anal area, cancer of the colon and rectum, and injuries to the anus. Some of these conditions may require surgery. Also treated by this specialist are anal fissures, fecal incontinence, perianal warts or severe constipation conditions.
