Colorectal Surgery

Each procedure below is one our surgeons perform. Whether any of them is right for you is a decision you make with your surgeon.

• Malignant Colorectal Neoplasms

  Cancerous growths in the colon or rectum. Surgery is one part of treatment, planned with the rest of your care team.

• Benign Colorectal Neoplasms

  Non-cancerous growths such as polyps. Some are removed because they could change over time.

• Diverticulosis

  Small pouches form when the lining of the colon wall bulges outward. Without enough fiber and water, stool becomes harder and the muscles of the colon must squeeze harder to move it along. Many people with diverticulosis have no symptoms.

• Diverticulitis

  This occurs when those pouches become infected or inflamed. Infection can lead to complications such as swelling or rupture of a pouch. Symptoms often include pain, fever, and chills.

• Hemorrhoids

  Hemorrhoid tissue is a natural part of the body. When it becomes swollen and inflamed, it can cause uncomfortable symptoms such as pain, itching, or bleeding.

• Anal Fissures

  A small tear in the lining of the anal canal, which can cause pain and bleeding.

• Anal Fistulas

  An abnormal small tunnel between the anal canal and the skin, often following an infection.

• Pilonidal Cyst

  A cyst or pocket near the tailbone that can become infected and painful and may need to be drained or removed.

Common reasons patients are referred

• A polyp or mass found during a colonoscopy
• Repeated episodes of diverticulitis
• Hemorrhoid or fissure symptoms that have not improved with other treatment
• A painful cyst or drainage near the tailbone

When professional evaluation may be appropriate

• You have rectal bleeding or a change in bowel habits that lasts more than a few days
• You have ongoing pain, itching, or drainage in the rectal area
• Your colonoscopy results recommend surgical follow-up
• You have severe abdominal pain with fever and chills — seek immediate medical attention