Richard Tapper

Canterbury
Electronic Referral on Specialists & Referrals Service
Southern Cross Health Insurance Affiliated Provider for Consultations
nib Health Partner

About Richard Tapper

I specialise in Colorectal Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Colonoscopy, Colorectal Cancer, IBD & Diverticular Disease, Hernia Repair, Haemorrhoids, Incontinence,..

The following description is a generic description for the category and does not necessarily reference all the services/ procedures offered by Richard Tapper.


Colorectal Surgery

A Colorectal Surgeon repairs damage to the colon, rectum and anus. Colorectal Surgery is a vital treatment option for colorectal cancer, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and some cases of diverticulitis, often resulting in reconstruction of the intestinal tract. Other bowel conditions that may require surgery to a lesser extent include haemorrhoids, anal fissures (tears in the lining of the anus), bowel incontinence, and rectal prolapse. Most of these surgeries repair tears, remove blockages, or tighten sphincter muscles. Surgery is also sometimes used to treat pelvic floor disorders, such as perineal hernia and rectocele (bulging of the rectum towards the vagina). Some colorectal conditions or diseases may be treated with minimally invasive surgery, while others will require more complex procedures.

Contact Richard Tapper

Urgent Appointments Available

Call 03 968 3140

03 968 3141
Level 2 Specialist Centre @ 21
21 Caledonian Rd
St Albans
Christchurch

PO Box 21306,
Edgeware
Christchurch 8143

21 Caledonian Rd Christchurch 8014 New Zealand
Page last updated on 14 April 2021