IntestinalDiverticulitis near Ocala, FL

Biography: Dr. Winston Richards, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Ocala, FL. He is 58 years old and has been practicing for 47 years. Dr. Winston Richards, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Diego Colom Steele, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who cares for patients ages 18 years and older and speaks fluent Spanish. Dr Colom Steele offers treatment for various gastrointestinal conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome, functional dyspepsia, inflammatory bowel disease and more. Dr Colom Steele earned his medical degree from the University of Medical Sciences in San Jose, Costa Rica, before completing an internal medicine residency and gastroenterology fellowship at the University of New Mexico. When he&rsquos not working, Dr Colom Steele enjoys reading, swimming, playing electric guitar, playing video games and traveling

Care Philosophy: Committed to the care and improvement of the human life.

Care Philosophy: Amanda Burns, MD is a general surgeon with nearly a decade&rsquos experience providing surgical care for women. Dr. Burns specializes in breast surgery and she encourages patients to be actively involved in their health care treatment. Dr. Burns utilizes the latest techniques and procedures to provide the highest level of care for her patients. She is skilled in minimally invasive and hidden scar surgical techniques, nipple sparing mastectomy and breast conservation therapy. In addition, she also focuses on thyroid and parathyroid surgery, specializing in surgery for both benign and malignant processes. Dr. Burns also performs many other general surgery procedures, including minimally invasive hernia repair, abdominal surgery, and removal of skin lesions and skin cancers. She is proud to provide these therapies and her unique perspective to the women of northern and central Florida. In her spare time she enjoys biking, spending time with her friends and family and outdoor activities.

Care Philosophy: The comprehensive treatment plans implemented by Dr. E further distinguish him from most conventional family doctors and internists. Dr. E incorporates the latest in Modern Medicine as well as Natural and Alternative treatments and methods that have been found to contribute significantly to overall health and well-being. He explains that "just because a treatment may not have been created in a billion dollar pharmaceutical lab, does not mean that we should overlook its benefits and not take advantage of them". According to his experience, in many cases, something as simple as altering a patient's diet, adding a nutritional supplement, or improving sleep habits can make a whole world of difference. He regards being a doctor as a sacred trust and responsibility and therefore, holds himself to the highest standards of ethics and professional excellence.