Dr. Shiraz Farooq, M.D.
Proctologist
2313 W Violet St Suite A Tampa FL, 33603Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Shiraz Farooq is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Tampa, FL. Dr. Farooq specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Farooq 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
University of Karachi, Baqai Medical College MBBS 1996
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Presidential Gold Medal Award 1996 President of Pakistan
- Best Graduate Gold Medal 1996 Baqai Medical College
- First Position in the Country Gold Medal 1990 Pakistan Federal Government
- Air Force Chief of Air Staff Gold Medal 1990 Pakistan Air Force
Professional Memberships
- American College of Surgeons
- American College of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- American Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Treatments
- Hemorrhoid Removal, Skin Tag Removal, Fissure, Fistula, Accidental Bowel Leakage, Medical Cannabis Recommendation
Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS), Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America (APPNA)
Teaching and speaking
- Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America (APPNA) Annual Conference Keynote Speaker on Medical Cannabis
Areas of research
Fecal Incontinence
Anorectal/Colorectal Surgery
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