
Dr. Michael Gillespie M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
6535 N Charles St Suite 445 Towson MD, 21204About
Dr. Michael Gillespie is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Towson, MD. Dr. Gillespie specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Gillespie 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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- Dr. Susan L Behen M.D.900 CATON AVE BALTIMORE MD 21229
- Dr. James J Zalucki M.D.4801 Dorsey Hall Dr Ellicott City MD 21042
- Dr. Jonathan E Efron M.D.4940 EASTERN AVE BALTIMORE MD 21224
- Dr. Christina Jenkins MD6535 N Charles St Towson MD 21204
- Dr. Philip Jeffrey Ferris M.D.9103 Franklin Square Dr Rosedale MD 21237
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