A general surgeon, a colon and rectal surgeon, or proctologist will perform your hemorrhoid removal surgery in a hospital or outpatient surgery center.

Can a gastroenterologist remove hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids may often get better on their own within a few days, but some may need medications and even surgery to go away. Both gastroenterologists and proctologists can provide you treatment for hemorrhoids.

Is hemorrhoidectomy a major surgery?

Hemorrhoidectomy is an invasive and sometimes painful treatment option, but it can be an effective, even permanent fix. Complications are rare and not usually serious.