Do Proctologists Do Colonoscopies?

Proctologists work closely with gastrointestinal (GI) specialists, also known as Gastroenterologist, who provide complete care for disorders that affect the digestive system. A gastroenterologist is trained to do colonoscopies but they do not perform surgeries, while all proctologists are surgical specialists.

What type of doctor does colonoscopies?

A Gastroenterologist is a specialist in gastrointestinal diseases and has received special training in colonoscopy. Gastroenterologists perform more colonoscopies by far than any other specialty.

Is a Gastroenterologist and a proctologist the same thing?

Proctologists are different than gastroenterologists, though both deal with gastrointestinal issues in patients. Gastroenterologists perform diagnostic procedures. They do not often perform surgeries to treat patients. That is the role and specialty area of the proctologist.