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Shalini Kanneganti, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in the treatment of colon and rectal diseases. Her areas of expertise include the laparoscopic treatment of colon and rectal disease; diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy; surgical management of colon and rectal cancer; inflammatory bowel disease; diverticulitis; rectal prolapse; hemorrhoids; fecal incontinence; anal fissures; anal abscesses; and fistulas.Dr. Kanneganti endeavors to deliver care with the highest order of compassion and innovation. She is dedicated to healing patients through surgical intervention.Shalini Kanneganti, MD, #1 Colorectal Surgeon in Pierce County, Top 3 in Washington State. Dr. Kanneganti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

Laila Rashidi is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Rashidi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Endoscopy. Dr. Rashidi is currently accepting new patients.

Since stepping into the role of Executive Medical Director in September 2024, I’ve been deeply inspired by the Providence Swedish Cancer Institute’s enduring commitment to our community. This dedication, a cornerstone of our identity since opening the first cancer-care Center west of the Mississippi in 1932, resonates powerfully today as we blend our rich history with a forward-looking vision of exceptional, innovative care for all. Dr. Rajput is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Anal Cancer, and Hernia Surgery.