Anorectal Fistula near Independence, MO

Care Philosophy: The physicians of Colorectal Surgery Associates, PC are committed to treating patients as individuals, to communicating their medical care in a manner that patients can understand, and to developing trusting doctor-patient relationships in order to foster the best possible treatment outcomes.

Care Philosophy: The physicians of Colorectal Surgical Associates are committed to treating patients as individuals, communicating their medical care in a manner that patients can understand, and developing trusted doctor-patient relationships to foster the best possible outcomes.

Biography: Dr. Smith is a board-certified general surgeon with Independence Surgical Clinic.He is from Central Missouri. He studied biochemistry at the University of Missouri Columbia, then attended medical school at St. Louis University School of Medicine. He then completed his residency training at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver, Colorado. While in Denver, Dr. Smith was awarded the Golden Apple Teaching award as a Chief Resident.

Biography: Dr. Kelly James, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Independence, MO. He is 63 years old. Dr. Kelly James, MD is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Harper treats his patients with the utmost compassion and attention to details. His osteopathic background has provided him with an emphasis on considering the whole patient, in addition to the surgical conditions that he treats.

Care Philosophy: As an experienced Minimally Invasive and Bariatric surgeon, I take a highly personal approach in caring for my patients. I believe the most important aspect of providing quality care is establishing a good relationship with my patients and involving them in the treatment plan. For me, each patient who walks through the door is treated like a family member, and this belief, guides me in my clinical decisions.

Care Philosophy: Our focus is to provide excellent health care services to each and every patient. Our physicians and staff are here to ensure that you, as the patient, understand the diagnosis and completely understand all available treatment options, all risks involved and have any concerns and/or questions answered in a timely and appropriate manner. The ASA team of highly qualified staff is here for you. We welcome you to contact us any time. Nurses and Physicians are available 24/7 to assist you.

Biography: Dr. Clinton Gates, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Independence, MO. He is 37 years old and has been practicing for 11 years. Dr. Clinton Gates, MD is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center and Lee's Summit Medical Center.