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Comprehensive Colorectal Care, From Screening to Surgery.
This article has been medically reviewed by Dr Aaron Poh
Dr Aaron Poh is a Colorectal and General Surgeon with extensive experience in minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery. He performs a wide range of procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and advanced endoscopic treatments such as complex polyp removal with EMR and colonic stenting. His surgical expertise covers colorectal cancer surgery, hernia repair, gallbladder removal, as well as proven treatments for haemorrhoids and other anal conditions.