Harsha Polavarapu, MD FACS

Dr. Polavarapu holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery, a rare combination that reflects the highest level of training and expertise in his field. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), an honor awarded to surgeons who meet the College’s high standards for education, professional conduct, and surgical competence.

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, yet it is highly preventable with regular screening. Dr. Polavarapu performs colonoscopies for routine cancer screening, diagnostic evaluation, and polyp removal. The American Cancer Society recommends colorectal cancer screening beginning at age 45. With Dr. Polavarapu seeing patients right here in Louisiana, MO, Pike County residents no longer need to drive for expert colorectal surgical care.

 

Conditions Treated:

• Colorectal cancer screening and treatment
• Colon polyps
• Diverticulitis
• Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis)
• Hemorrhoids
• Anal fissures and fistulas
• Pilonidal disease
• Appendicitis
• Hernia
• Gallbladder disease
• Rectal prolapse
• Constipation and bowel disorders

 

Procedures & Services:

• Colonoscopy — screening and diagnostic
• Polypectomy (polyp removal)
• Colon resection
• Rectal surgery
• Laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery
• Hernia repair
• Appendectomy
• Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)
• Hemorrhoid treatment
• Surgical wound management

Office:

Pike County Memorial Hospital
Louisiana Medical Clinic | Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday

(573) 754-4584

Fax: (573) 754-5280

Schedule an Appointment:

Call (573) 754-4584 to schedule an appointment with Harsha Polavarapu, MD FACS at the PCMH Louisiana Medical Clinic or online using the Patient Portal.

Serving Louisiana MO, Bowling Green MO, Vandalia MO, and all of Pike County, Missouri.

 

Board Certifications:

American Board of Surgery

American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery