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Dr. Steven Schechter M.D., Colon and Rectal Surgeon
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Dr. Steven Schechter M.D.

Colon and Rectal Surgeon

4/5(51)
208 COLLYER ST PROVIDENCE RI, 02904
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4/5

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Dr. Steven Schechter is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Pawtucket, RI. Dr. Schechter specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Schechter 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

Univ of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny MD

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 33 years of experience

Dr. Steven Schechter M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 334 East Ave

334 East Ave -
Pawtucket, RI 02860
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208 COLLYER ST -
PROVIDENCE, RI 02904
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New patients: 401-725-4888
Fax: 401-725-3336

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Patient Experience with Dr. Schechter


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Dr. Steven Schechter M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 51 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Colon and Rectal Surgeon in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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