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Dr. Brooke Gurland, DMD

Bio

Brooke Gurland, MD, is a trained Surgeon in general laparoscopic and colorectal surgery. She has a special interest in anorectal diseases, functional bowel disorders, pelvic floor dysfunction, anorectal physiology and anal ultrasonography. Education:  • Hahnemann University • Barnard College, Columbia University Residency:  • Mount Sinai Med. Center Internship: • Mount Sinai Medical Center Certification: • American Board of Surgery • American Board of Colorectal Surgery

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  • The Cleveland Clinic

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Colon & Rectal Surgery:
    New DNA Test Shows Promise for Spotting Colon Cancer

    TUESDAY, Oct. 16 (HealthDay News) -- Scientists have developed a new DNA test for colorectal cancer and for cancer precursors that seems to be not only accurate, but also noninvasive.

    If approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, experts say, the test could be a welcome alternativ...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Colon & Rectal Surgery:
    Coffee May Speed Up Bowel Recovery From Colon Surgery

    FRIDAY, Oct. 12 (HealthDay News) -- Drinking coffee instead of water may restore normal bowel function more quickly among people who have had surgery to remove part of their colon, a new study suggests.

    Researchers at University Hospital Heidelberg, in Germany,...Full Article

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    Brooke Gurland, DMD of MDLIVE answered:
    How can I relieve the acute pain of hemorrhoids?
    There are several things you can do to relieve acute hemorrhoid pain: Take warms soaks in the...  Full Post
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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Colon & Rectal Surgery:
    Missing Follow-Up Colonoscopies Could Raise Colon Cancer Risk

    THURSDAY, Aug. 23 (HealthDay News) -- People at higher risk of developing colorectal cancer may be able to reduce their risk by getting thorough colonoscopies and adhering to recommendations for follow-up exams, a new study suggests.

    Researchers in Germany looked at more than 400 people w...Full Article

  • Rachel Leclerc
    Rachel Leclerc posted on Brooke Gurland, DMD’s wall:
    Hi Dr. Brooke ~ I'm taking a few moments to say that I am thankful for everything I have received on this site. Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy thanksgiving Holiday. Thank you. LOL
  • Rachel Leclerc
    Rachel Leclerc posted on Brooke Gurland, DMD’s wall:
    Hi Doctor Brooke - I do have some problems with IBS and get really sick and get lots of symptoms. This last episode lasted for 3 weeks where I was scared to eat. I was told it was caused by stressed. Do I ever pay the price for food I should not eat. Any other tips to control my situation. Thank you.