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Dr. Craig Amshel, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
3.9 (55)
Map Pin Small Ruskin, FL
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Craig Amshel, MD

Dr. Craig Amshel, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Ruskin, FL. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 29 years of experience. They graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine and is affiliated with Adventhealth Tampa. Dr. Amshel, completed a residency at Maricopa Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Amshel an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Amshel works at Absolute Surgical Specialists in Ruskin, FL with other offices in Tampa, FL and Sun City Center, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Constipation and Anal or Rectal Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst 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. Amshel's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Absolute Surgical Specialists Pllc
    1046 Cypress Village Blvd, Ruskin, FL 33573 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (813) 633-0081
    Monday
    08:00 - 18:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 18:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 19:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 18:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 18:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Advent Surgical Center
    5013 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33603 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (813) 633-0081
    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    Closed
    Thursday
    Closed
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3
    Absolute Surgical Specialists
    139 S Pebble Beach Blvd Ste 200, Sun City Center, FL 33573 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (813) 633-0081

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  • Adventhealth Tampa

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Anorectal Fistula
Chronic Anal Fissure
Chronic Cholecystitis
Colorectal Cancer
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Dysphagia
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gallstones
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Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
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Anoscopy
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Duodenal Polypectomy
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ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Manometry
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Sphincterotomy
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Acid Reflux
Anal Disorders
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Anal Warts
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Autoimmune Diseases
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Blood Disorders
Breast Cancer
Celiac Disease
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Gastritis
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Fecal Incontinence
Food Allergy
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Gynecologic Cancer
Heartburn
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Ileus
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Atresia
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatitis
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Rectal Bleeding
Rectal Ulcer
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Stomach Diseases
Stomach Stenosis
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Varicose Veins
Ventral Hernia
Vomiting Disorders
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adjustable Gastric Banding
Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
Anal Cauterization
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anal Repair
Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy With Polypectomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Esophagogastroscopy
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Lipoma
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hemorrhoid Treatment
Hernia Repair
Impedance Testing
Incontinence Surgery
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Medical Management of Acid Reflux
Medical Marijuana
Pill Prep for Colonoscopy
Pilonidal Cyst Removal
Port Placements or Replacements
Screening Colonoscopy
Single Incision Gallbladder Removal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
Wound Repair
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    3.9
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    Based on 55 ratings
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    About Dr. Craig Amshel, MD

    Specialties*
    • Colorectal Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 29 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1356339675
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Miami Hospital and Clinic
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Maricopa Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Kansas School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • UCLA
    Undergraduate School

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    Dr. Craig Amshel, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Amshel is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Amshel has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

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

    55 patients have reviewed Dr. Amshel. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Amshel.

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