Dr. Laura J Gladstone MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1145 Broadway Seattle WA, 98122Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Laura Gladstone is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Gladstone specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Gladstone 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.
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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