John U. Bascom

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John U. Bascom was an American physician and surgeon known for his contributions to the field of proctology. He is particularly recognized for his work on the treatment of pilonidal disease.

Early Life and Education

John U. Bascom was born in America. He pursued his medical education at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), where he earned his medical degree. Following his graduation, Bascom completed his residency in general surgery.

Career

Bascom's career was primarily focused on the treatment of pilonidal disease, a chronic skin infection that occurs in the crease of the buttocks. He developed the Bascom procedure, a minimally invasive technique for treating this condition. This procedure has been widely adopted and has significantly improved patient outcomes.

Contributions to Medicine

Bascom's contributions to the field of proctology include:

• Development of the Bascom procedure for pilonidal disease.
• Numerous publications and presentations on the treatment of pilonidal disease.
• Training and mentoring of other surgeons in the Bascom procedure.

Legacy

John U. Bascom's work has had a lasting impact on the treatment of pilonidal disease. His techniques continue to be used by surgeons around the world, and his contributions have been recognized by various medical societies.

See Also

• Pilonidal disease
• Proctology
• University of California, San Francisco