Overview
Dr. Ben Gough is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon who performs robotic, minimally invasive and general surgery. He also treats patients for inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis), colon cancer, rectal cancer, anal cancer, diverticulitis, fecal incontinence disorders of the pelvic floor, hemorrhoids, anal fissures, anal fistulas, colon polyps, and colonoscopy and endoscopic surgery. He is a member of the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, Texas Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. In his spare time, Dr. Gough enjoys spending time with his family and dog, kayak fishing, barbecuing, hiking, traveling, comedy, and following Philadelphia 76ers basketball and the Philadelphia Eagles and University of Texas football teams.
His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Proctitis, Encopresis, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
302 University Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665
2600 E Pflugerville Pkwy, Bldg 1, Ste 100, Pflugerville, TX 78660
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Benjamin Gough
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Gough?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Gough by calling their office at 512-509-0200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Benjamin Gough a top-rated expert for Hemorrhoids?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Benjamin Gough is classified as an Experienced expert for Hemorrhoids, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Benjamin Gough specialize in?
While Dr. Benjamin Gough is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hemorrhoids, Pancreatectomy, and Proctitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Benjamin Gough participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Gough has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hemorrhoids. You can view a list of Dr. Benjamin Gough's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Benjamin Gough accept my insurance?
Dr. Benjamin Gough accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 512-509-0200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- EncopresisDr. Gough isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Gough isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- PancreatectomyDr. Gough isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Gough isExperienced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- ProctitisDr. Gough isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.