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    MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Anal Fissure near Scranton, PA. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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      Advanced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Colorectal Center Of Nepa

      381 N 9th Ave, 
      Scranton, PA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Auriemma is a General Surgeon in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Auriemma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Morning Sickness, Anal Fissure, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

      Joseph P. Bannon
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Colorectal Surgery

      GCMC Surgery

      1800 Mulberry Street, 
      Scranton, PA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Bannon is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general and colorectal surgeon. His clinical interests include breast cancer and diseases of the breast, gastrointestinal surgery, hernia repair, and endoscopy and colonoscopy. His research interests include colorectal cancer, breast cancer and resident medical education. Dr. Bannon obtained his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Bannon is certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Bannon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Timothy J. Farrell
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Geisinger Community Medical Center - General Surgery

      1800 Mulberry Street, 
      Scranton, PA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Dr. Farrell is a board-certified general surgeon. He attended Jefferson Medical College, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Farrell is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Farrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Breast Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

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      Erin E. Miller
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Geisinger Community Medical Center - General Surgery

      1800 Mulberry Street, 
      Scranton, PA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Miller is a board-certified general surgeon. She attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she received her medical degree, and completed her residency at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. Dr. Miller is certified by the American Osteopathic Association in surgery.|Video: more from Dr. Erin Miller, D.O. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Epidural Lipomatosis, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology

      Geisinger Scranton - Gastroenterology

      3 West Olive Street, 
      Scranton, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Amit Sohagia is a gastroenterologist with more than 12 years of experience treating gastrointestinal disorders. His clinical interests include diagnostic and screening endoscopic procedures, including routine EGD, colonoscopy, small bowel enteroscopy, and Pillcam (capsule endoscopy) for small bowel disorders; advanced endoscopic procedures, including ERCP and EUS; and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures, including TIF, RFA, EMR, PEG, PEG-J and endoluminal stenting. Dr. Sohagia has a special interest in GERD, complex IBS, IBD, pancreatic disorders and biliary disorders.|He earned his medical degree from B.J. Medical College in India. Dr. Sohagia is board certified in gastroenterology. Dr. Sohagia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      The Center For Integrative Medicine At Inner Harmony PC

      743 Jefferson Ave Ste 104, 
      Scranton, PA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Hughes is a General Surgeon in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Ogilvie Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Scranton Quincy Clinic Company LLC

      700 Quincy Ave, 
      Scranton, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Sunday is a General Surgeon in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sunday is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Cholecystitis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Thomas A. Erchinger
      Advanced in Anal Fissure
      Colorectal Surgery
      Advanced in Anal Fissure
      Colorectal Surgery

      Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - General Surgery

      950 East Mountain Boulevard, 
      Wilkes Barre, PA 
       (13.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Erchinger is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general and colorectal surgeon. His clinical interests include colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, advancing enhanced recovery after surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and benign and malignant anorectal disease. Dr. Erchinger obtained his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. He completed his residency at Keesler Medical Center and his fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at the University of Texas, Houston. Dr. Erchinger is certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He speaks English and German. Dr. Erchinger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Athar Altaf
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology

      Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - Gastroenterology

      950 East Mountain Boulevard, 
      Wilkes Barre, PA 
       (13.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Altaf is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include general gastroenterology and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Altaf earned his medical degree from Allama Iqbal Medical College in Pakistan. He then moved to the United States, where he completed a residency at Highland Hospital in Rochester. He completed two fellowships in gastroenterology at Strong Memorial Hospital and the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Dr. Altaf is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology and internal medicine. Dr. Altaf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Colorectal Surgery

      Surgical Specialists Of Wyoming Valley PC

      200 S River St, 
      Plains, PA 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dean Adams is a Colorectal Surgeon in Plains, Pennsylvania. Dr. Adams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Anal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Surgical Specialists Of Wyoming Valley PC

      200 S River St, 
      Plains, PA 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Barry Pernikoff is a General Surgeon in Plains, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pernikoff has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Choledocholithiasis, Diverticular Disease, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Colorectal Surgery

      Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center

      1111 E End Blvd, 
      Wilkes Barre, PA 
       (14.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Imran Saeed is a Colorectal Surgeon in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Saeed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology

      Geisinger Clinic

      675 Baltimore Dr, 
      Wilkes Barre, PA 
       (13.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Talenti is a Gastroenterologist in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Talenti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Ascites, Menetrier Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Anal Fissure?

      An anal fissure is a small split or tear in the thin moist tissue (mucosa) lining the lower rectum (anus).

      When should I see an Anal Fissure doctor near Scranton, PA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Anal Fissure doctor near Scranton, PA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Anal Fissure doctors near Scranton, PA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Anal Fissure doctors near Scranton, PA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Anal Fissure doctor near Scranton, PA?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Anal Fissure doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Anal Fissure doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Anal Fissure doctor near Scranton, PA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Anal Fissure doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Anal Fissure doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Anal Fissure doctors near Scranton, PA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Anal Fissure doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Anal Fissure doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Anal Fissure doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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