Benjamin Piperno, MD
General Surgeon

General Surgeon A General Surgeon has expertise in the diagnosis and care of patients with diseases and disorders affecting the abdomen, digestive tract, endocrine system, breast, skin and blood vessels. A General Surgeon is also trained in the care of pediatric and cancer patients and in the treatment of patients who are injured or critically ill. Common problems treated by general surgeons include hernias, breast tumors, gallstones, appendicitis, pancreatitis, bowel obstructions, colon inflammation and colon cancer. General Surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Some General Surgeons pursue additional training for one to two years and specialize in the fields of Trauma Surgery, Transplant Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Pediatric Surgery, Vascular Surgery and others.

Board Certified: American Board of Surgery

Colon and Rectal Surgeon A Colon and Rectal Surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the small intestine, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease. Colon and Rectal Surgeons have the expertise to diagnose and often manage anorectal conditions such as hemorrhoids, fissures (painful tears in the anal lining), abscesses and fistulas (infections located around the anus and rectum) in the office setting. They also treat problems of the intestine and colon and perform endoscopic procedures to evaluate and treat problems such as cancer, polyps (precancerous growths) and inflammatory conditions.

Board Certified: American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery

Doctor of Medicine

Medical School of Uruguay,

1983 - 1991

Internship

Staten Island University, New York, Staten Island, NY

1992 - 1993

Residency

Staten Island University, New York, Staten Island, NY

1993 - 1997

Fellowship

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA

1997 - 1998

Fellowship

Staten Island University, New York, Staten Island, NY

1998 - 1999