Overview
As director of colorectal surgery, Chris Buzas, DO, specializes in treating patients with colon, rectal and anal cancers as well as inflammatory bowel disease (including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis). He also provides care for people with diverticulitis, various rectal conditions, hemorrhoids and pelvic floor disorders.|He has clinical expertise in complex re-operative colorectal surgeries as well as robotic, laparoscopic and open procedures. His advanced training includes trans-anal excisions, neurostimulation for fecal incontinence and colonoscopies.|Dr. Buzas is passionate about making a difference in his patients’ lives. “The thing I love most about my job is the ability to work alongside a great team dedicated to solving problems,” he says. “I enjoy seeing our patients out in the community, knowing we were able to help improve their quality of life.”|Dr. Buzas has a strong commitment to giving back to his community and improving access to care. He previously served as president of the Keystone Chapter of the American College of Surgeons as well as on the Board of Trustees for the Pennsylvania Medical Society. Dr. Buzas has also helped standardize rectal cancer care throughout the country as part of the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer.|Dr. Buzas received the Teacher of the Year Award from the surgical residents at Geisinger Medical Center. He was also recognized by the Pennsylvania Medical Society as one of their Top Physicians Under 40.|When not at work, Dr. Buzas enjoys spending time with his wife and three children at their lakeside cabin in northern Pennsylvania.|Video: more from Dr. Christopher Buzas, D.O.
Dr. Buzas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
950 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
27 Sandy Lane, Suite 270, Lewistown, PA 17044
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Walter Koltun is a Colorectal Surgeon in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Koltun is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Diverticular Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.
Geisinger Medical Center - General Surgery
Dr. Long is a board-certified and fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon. He obtained his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and completed his residency at the same institute. Dr. Long completed his fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Swedish Colon and Rectal Clinic. He is certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Long is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - General Surgery
Dr. Erchinger is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general and colorectal surgeon. His clinical interests include colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, advancing enhanced recovery after surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and benign and malignant anorectal disease. Dr. Erchinger obtained his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. He completed his residency at Keesler Medical Center and his fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at the University of Texas, Houston. Dr. Erchinger is certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He speaks English and German. Dr. Erchinger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Colorectal CancerDr. Buzas isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Buzas isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Buzas isDistinguished. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
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- Anal CancerDr. Buzas isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Buzas isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- ColostomyDr. Buzas isAdvanced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Buzas isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Buzas isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Buzas isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Experienced
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Buzas isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Buzas isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Buzas isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- CellulitisDr. Buzas isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- ColitisDr. Buzas isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Buzas isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.