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Dr. Tamar Lipof began her practice in 2010. She attended the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. She also completed her surgical residency at the UCONN School of Medicine. She continued her training at North Shore/Long Island Jewish Health System for completion of a Colorectal Surgery Fellowship in 2010.
She has been board certified by the American College of Surgeons since 2009 and board certified by the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons since 2011. She has particular interest in colon and rectal surgery (laparoscopic, cancer, and sphincter preserving), laparoscopic colectomy, colostomy, constipation and incontinence, Crohn’s disease, diverticulitis, gastrointestinal bleeding, hemorrhoids/anal conditions, and general surgery.
She enjoys alpine skiing, travel, fitness, and spending time with family and friends.
Memberships and Certifications:
American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS)
Fellow American College of Surgeons
Fellow Massachusetts Medical Society
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Specialties
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Colorectal Surgery
Colorectal surgeons like Dr. Lipof specialize in the surgical and non-surgical care for structures of the lower digestive system, including the intestines, colon and rectum. Dr. Lipof may treat conditions such as colon and rectal cancer, polyps, fecal incontinence, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease and hemorrhoids. In the past, colorectal surgeons were commonly known as "proctologists."
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General Surgery
As a general surgeon in Massachusetts, Dr. Lipof performs a range of of surgeries and operations, usually focusing on areas and organs of the abdomen and their related organs. Dr. Lipof may utilize invasive or minimally-invasive surgical techniques, with the latter reducing recovery time and stress on the patient's body.
Conditions Treated
- Colitis
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Diverticulitis
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Hemorrhoids / Anal Conditions
- Incontinence
Services & Procedures
- Colon and Rectal Surgery (Laparoscopic, Cancer and Sphincter Preserving)
- Colostomy and Ileostomy
- General Surgery
- Laparoscopic Colectomy
Education & Training
Medical School
Residency
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University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Residency in General Surgery • 2009
Fellowship
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North Shore / Long Island Jewish Health System
Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery • 2010
Hospital Affiliations
- Northeast Hospital Corporation
- General Hospital Corporation
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Beverly Hospital
- North Shore Medical Center
- NSMC Union Hospital
Languages Spoken
- English