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Dr. Assar Rather, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 51
Dr. Assar Rather, MD
4.4 (14 Ratings)
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Dr. Assar Rather, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Dover, DE.
Dr. Assar Rather, MD
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Dr. Assar Rather, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 51
Dover, DE
Accepting new patients
Dr. Assar Rather, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Dover, DE.

About

Dr. Assar Rather, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Dover, DE. Dr. Rather currently practices at Bayhealth General & Colorectal Surgery and are affiliated with Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus. Dr. Rather has experience treating conditions like Intestinal Obstruction, Colorectal Cancer and Pelvic Abscess among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Rather received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Dr. Rather's office accepts new patients. Dr. Rather is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Intestinal Obstruction
Colorectal Cancer
Pelvic Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Colorectal Cancer
Pelvic Abscess
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Constipation
Rectal Prolapse
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Hemorrhoids
Incisional Hernia
Rectovaginal Fistula
Colectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colostomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Appendicitis
Colon Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Disease
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Cauterization
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Bladder Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Cystectomy
Cystectomy with Robotic Assist
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Thoracentesis
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • BluePreferred PPO
  • MVP Health Plan EPO
  • Personal Choice PPO
    Regional Preferred POS Plus
  • Medica Choice
    Choice Plus POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Navigate HMO
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    Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Blue Card PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Bayhealth General & Colorectal Surgery
    724 S New St, Dover, DE 19904
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rather
4.4
Based on 14 Reviews
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1 Star (2)

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Mar 09, 2019
I would highly recommend Dr. Rather. He has a great bedside manner and takes his time and explains everything so that you understand. His follow up care is excellent.
— Mar 09, 2019
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Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Assar Rather, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Rather's profile.

Dr. Rather frequently treats the following conditions: Intestinal Obstruction, Colorectal Cancer and Pelvic Abscess. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Assar Rather, MD is affiliated with Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus.

Yes, Dr. Assar Rather, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus

    640 S State St, Dover, DE