
Dr. Walter Russell Peters M.D., M.B.A
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
3220 Bluff Creek Dr Suite 100 Columbia MO, 65201About
Dr. Walter Peters is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Columbia, MO. Dr. Peters specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Peters 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.
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