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Dr. Assar Rather, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
4.4 (14)
Map Pin Small Dover, DE
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Assar Rather, MD

Dr. Assar Rather, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Dover, DE. Patients rated Dr. Rather an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Rather works at Bayhealth General & Colorectal Surgery in Dover, DE. They frequently treat conditions like Anal and Rectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer and Rectal Prolapse along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Rather's Office Locations

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    Bayhealth General & Colorectal Surgery
    724 S New St, Dover, DE 19904 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (302) 674-4070
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Hospital Affiliations
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  • Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus

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Anal and Rectal Cancer
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Anal and Rectal Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
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Treatment frequency



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Anal and Rectal Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Rectal Prolapse
Anorectal Fistula
Intestinal Obstruction
Proctoptosis
Abdominal Pain
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Pelvic Abscess
Small Intestine Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Colectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colostomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Colon Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Prolapse
Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pleural Effusion
Rectovaginal Fistula
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Disease
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bladder Surgery
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Cystectomy
Cystectomy with Robotic Assist
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. Assar Rather, MD

    Specialties*
    • Colorectal Surgery

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    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1174834097
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    Education & Certifications

    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery
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    Dr. Assar Rather, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Rather is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Rather works at Bayhealth General & Colorectal Surgery in Dover, DE. View the full address on Dr. Rather’s profile.

    Dr. Rather has seen patients for Anal and Rectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer and Rectal Prolapse, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Rather on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Rather. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Rather.

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