Paul Senter, M.D.

About Paul Senter, M.D.

Dr. Senter is a highly skilled and experienced colorectal surgeon in Fort Worth, Texas, whose practice has flourished since 1988. He completed his residency at Baylor University Medical Center and is board-certified in colorectal surgery. Over his 36-year career, Dr. Senter has gained recognition for his expertise in several key areas, including robotic colon and rectal surgery, anorectal surgery, and both screening and therapeutic colonoscopy. His dedication to his craft has earned him frequent accolades as a 'Top Doc.'

Specializing in minimally invasive surgical techniques, Dr. Senter offers patients alternatives to traditional open surgery, emphasizing the benefits of quicker recovery, reduced postoperative pain, and minimal scarring due to smaller incisions. His proficiency in advanced colonoscopy techniques allows him to effectively remove colon polyps, significantly lowering the risk of developing colon cancer. Given that colon cancer ranks as the third most prevalent cancer among both men and women, Dr. Senter underscores the importance of early detection, noting that the disease has a 90% cure rate when identified in its early stages. He firmly believes in providing every patient with the highest standard of care, reflecting his commitment to their health and well-being.

Board Certifications

• American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• American Board of Surgery

Education

Internship and Residency

• Baylor University Medical Center -General Surgery, Colon Rectal Surgery-Dallas, TX

Medical School

• University of Texas Health Science Center- Doctor of Medicine Alpha Omega Alpha-San Antonio, TX

Undergraduate School

• University of Dallas, Bachelor of Science in Biology-Irving, TX

Professional Associations

• American College of Surgeons, Fellow
• American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, Fellow
• Texas Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
• Texas Surgical Society, Senior member
• Tarrant County Medical Society
• Texas Medical Association
• Fort Worth Surgical Society
• Society of Baylor Surgeons
• Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at Texas Christian University

Hospital Affiliations and Facilities

• Fort Worth Endoscopy Center
• Southwest Fort Worth Endoscopy Center
• Baylor Scott & White Surgicare Oakmont
• Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth