Irina Bernescu is a Colorectal Surgeon in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Bernescu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Colonoscopy.

"A colorectal surgeon, Dr. Bafford specializes in the treatment of colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and benign diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. ""These diseases are very treatable. The surgeries I perform are effective at curing cancer or treating colitis, which allows my patients back to the quality of life they want to have. It's very rewarding to see that type of recovery with so many of my patients,"" she says. Dr. Bafford's special interests include laparoscopic and robotic minimally invasive surgery, approaches that are associated with less pain and a faster recovery. Treatments she offers include surgical treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, sphincter-sparing surgery and organ preservation for rectal cancer, surgery for anorectal disorders, minimally invasive surgery for diverticulitis, treatment of rectal prolapse, and screening and therapeutic colonoscopy. Dr. Bafford has authored or co-authored numerous publications in leading peer-reviewed scientific journals and textbooks. Her research interests are in the pathophysiology of colorectal cancer, disparities in colorectal surgery and the surgical management of inflammatory bowel disease. Her passion and dedication have earned her a consistent spot on Baltimore magazine's ""Top Doctor"" lists for colon and rectal surgery. Videos Andrea Chao Bafford M.D.Colorectal Surgeon Research Summary Dr. Bafford's research has largely focused on IBD. Utilizing institutional databases and the NSQIP IBD, she has investigated perioperative outcomes in IBD patients as they relate to sex, immunosuppressive medical therapy, trauma, preoperative drainage of abscesses, and fecal diversion. She has also published on the microbiota of perianal Crohn’s disease with the help of an intramural grant. In addition, through interdepartmental collaboration, Dr. Bafford has contributed towards intestinal organoid preparation and 3D colon cancer organoid development used to study immune responses to intestinal infections, intestinal immunity, and colon cancer pathogenesis.". Dr. Bafford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Samir Kanani is a Radiation Oncologist in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Kanani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Posterior Fossa Tumor. Dr. Kanani is currently accepting new patients.

Gayatri Nimmagadda is a Hematologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Nimmagadda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

As an active participant in the medical community, Mohit Narang, M.D. has served as a primary investigator and research assistant on many trials. During Dr. Narang’s fellowship, he was honored with the invitation to attend the Masterclass in Clinical Oncology at Montecatini, Italy by the European School of Oncology. He holds professional memberships with the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, as well as the European Society of Medical Oncology. Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Narang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Agranulocytosis, Paget Disease of the Breast, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

Nadu Tuakli is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Tuakli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer and Menopause.

Young Kwok is a Radiation Oncologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Kwok is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Brain Tumor, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Prostatectomy.

Andrew Mener, M.D. has experience treating a wide range of adult hematologic and oncologic disorders, with a particular interest in treating breast, lung, gastrointestinal and hematologic malignancies. He takes great pride in delivering personalized, compassionate care and strives to effectively explain complex treatment options to his patients. He strongly believes in the importance of treating each and every patient as an individual. Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Mener is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Severe Congenital Neutropenia.

Sarah Mcavoy is a Radiation Oncologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Mcavoy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Metastatic Brain Tumor.

Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Sastry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.

Fellowship trained in both colon and rectal surgery, Dr. Somerville has been in practice since 2005. He specializes in colorectal cancer, diverticular disease and IBD, and is an advanced laparoscopic/minimally invasive surgeon with extensive experience treating a broad range of anorectal diseases, as well. www.somsurgery.com. Dr. Somerville is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Small Bowel Resection.

Edward Lee, M.D. was named one of Baltimore’s “Top Doc’s” by Baltimore Magazine in 2000 and 2002. After receiving additional training in Hematology and Medical Oncology at the University of Maryland in 1984, he remained on faculty until 1997. During his academic career, Dr. Lee was chairman of the training program for five years, started the Bone Marrow Transplant Program at the University of Maryland in 1993, and wrote 50 original articles on leukemia, lymphoma and related diseases. In 1997, Dr. Lee entered private practice as Chief of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Sinai Hospital. Practicing in Columbia since 2001, Dr. Lee treats patients with all forms of cancer, maintaining a particular interest in breast cancer, leukemia, and lymphomas. Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Polycythemia Vera, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Primary Lymphoma of the Brain.

Anthony Rimicci is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lanham, Maryland. Dr. Rimicci is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, High Cholesterol, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Rimicci is currently accepting new patients.

Yudhishtra Markan is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Markan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer.

James Fitzgerald is a Colorectal Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Fitzgerald is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Sara Berkey is a Colorectal Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Berkey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, and Hernia Surgery.

Adam Goldrich is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Goldrich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Multiple Myeloma. Dr. Goldrich is currently accepting new patients.

Kashif Ali is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Ali is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Haggerty is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Haggerty has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Haggerty is currently accepting new patients.

Benjamin Bridges is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Bridges is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Bridges is currently accepting new patients.