Our proctologists can diagnose and treat any condition related to the anus and colon. Same day appointments available.
Please note: Based upon your plan, most insurance carriers may provide you with reimbursement for your visit and / or procedure(s) / surgery. Our office will provide you with a completed superbill for you to present to your insurance company for your request for reimbursement.
Dr. Maz is the best! I was so nervous coming in to have him look in such a private and sensitive area but he made me feel so comfortable and at ease. He is so knowledgeable and truly caring. He even does cosmetic work down there! I was shy to ask, but when I did, he took the time to educate me and tell me all my options. I am grateful for his professional demeanor and his genuine care and concern for my condition. ~ YELP
What exactly is a proctologist?
A proctologist is a surgeon who has completed residency training in proctology. A proctologist is not a colorectal surgeon or a gastroenterologist. Proctologists are highly trained and specialized surgeons. Dr. Maz is one of only two practicing proctologists in California who have completed residency training in proctology.
When should I see a proctologist?
Patients suffering from diseases and pain of the anus and colon should see one of our proctologists at the Proctology Institute (Los Angeles, Beverly, Hills, Irvine). These may include:
- Abdominal pain
- Anal abscess
- Anal cancer
- Anal dysplasia
- Anal fissure
- Anal fistula
- Anal pain
- Anal skin tags
- Anal warts (Condyloma)
- Bloating
- Bowel incontinence
- Colorectal cancer
- Constipation
- Crohn’s disease
- Diverticular disease
- Diarrhea
- Fecal incontinence
- External hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
- Perianal fistulas
- Pilonidal cysts
- Polyps of the colon and rectum
- Pruritis ani (anal itching)
- Rectal bleeding
- Rectocele
- Ulcerative colitis
Surgical procedures performed by the Proctology Institute include:
- Fistulectomy
- Internal hemorrhoidectomy and external hemorrhoidectomy
- Excision of anal canal lesions
- Excision of perianal and intra-anal condyloma (warts)
- Excision of perianal skin tags (anal skin tags)
- Excision of thrombosed external hemorrhoids
- Excision of rectal lesions
- Incisions and drainage of anal and rectal abscess
- Pilonidal cystectomy
- Proctoplasty for anal stenosis
- Sphincterotomy for anal fissures
- High-resolution anoscopy (HRA) for anal dysplasia
Nonsurgical procedures performed on-site:
- Sclerotherapy
- Rubber band ligation (hemorrhoid banding)
- Infrared coagulation (IRC)
- Treatment for anal skin tags (removal of anal skin tags)
- Laser hemorrhoid removal
Endoscopic procedures:
- Diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
Screening procedures:
- Anal pap smear
- High-resolution anoscopy
- HPV screening
- Colon-rectal cancer screening
- Anal cancer screening
- Familial colorectal cancer screening
- Sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing
Pelvic floor procedures:
- Anal/rectal manometry
- Anal/rectal ultrasound
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Pudendal nerve terminal latency testing
- Electrogalvanic stimulation
- Sacral nerve stimulator implantation
- Stem cell therapy
Surgical procedures:
- Fistulectomy
- Internal hemorrhoidectomy and external hemorrhoidectomy
- Excision of anal canal lesions
- Excision of perianal and intra-anal condyloma (warts)
- Excision of perianal skin tags
- Excision of thrombosed external hemorrhoids
- Excision of rectal lesions
- Incisions and drainage of anal and rectal abscess
- Pilonidal cystectomy
- Proctoplasty for anal stenosis
- Sphincterotomy for anal fissures
- High-resolution anoscopy (HRA)
Nonsurgical procedures:
- Sclerotherapy
- Rubber band ligation
- Infrared coagulation
- Treatment for anal skin tags
Endoscopic procedures:
- Diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
Screening procedures:
- Anal pap smear
- High-resolution anoscopy
- HPV screening
- Colon-rectal cancer screening
- Anal cancer screening
- Familial colorectal cancer screening
Pelvic floor procedures:
- Anal/rectal manometry
- Anal/rectal ultrasound
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Pudendal nerve terminal latency testing
- Electrogalvanic stimulation
- Sacral nerve stimulator implantation
- Stem cell therapy
What is proctology?
Proctology is a surgical specialty focused on the treatment of the lower gastrointestinal tract, consisting of the anal, rectal and perianal (around the anus) regions. Proctology overlaps with many specialties such as surgery, gastroenterology, urology, gynecology and dermatology.
Proctologists perform a wide range of screening, surgical and nonsurgical procedures. Therefore, proctology deals with the surgical, nonsurgical, and endoscopic (colonoscopy) diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the entire lower gastrointestinal tract including the intestines, rectum, anus, and pelvic floor, as well as the skin around the anal opening (perianal dermatology).
Maintaining A Relationship With Your Proctologist
Please remember that the relationship with your proctologist does not end when you leave the medical practice. If you have questions or concerns during your treatment and recovery or need additional information at a later time, you should always feel free to contact us. Our proctologists take pride in putting the patient first and the best and fastest treatment outcome.
For more information or to schedule a consultation please feel free to contact us:
Proctology Institute Beverly Hills
300 South Beverly Drive, Suite 105
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(800) 280-6384
Proctology Institute Newport Beach
500 Superior Ave, Suite 320
Newport Beach, CA 92663
(949) 467-9187
Proctology Institute Los Angeles
11611 San Vicente Blvd, Suite L3
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 844-9170
Proctology Institute Huntington Beach
18900 Beach Blvd, #101-A
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714) 756-2236
