Amer H. Zureikat, MD, is vice chair of surgery for surgical oncology in the Department of Surgery at UPMC, chief of Surgical Oncology at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, and UPMC Chair of Clinical Surgery. He is the division chief for gastrointestinal surgical oncology in the Department of Surgery at UPMC and professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Zureikat specializes in cancers and diseases of the pancreas, stomach, liver and duodenum and is an expert in robotic pancreatic surgery. His clinical and academic interests include the multimodality treatment of pancreatic cancer, and comparative effectiveness of open and robotic approaches to gastrointestinal cancers in general and pancreatic cancer in particular. Dr. Zureikat is board-certified in general surgery. He received his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin, Ireland, completed his general surgery residency at the University of Chicago Medical Center and his fellowship in surgical oncology at the University of Pittsburgh/UPMC. Dr. Zureikat is a member of the Society of University Surgeons (SUS), Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO), and the Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (AHPBA). In addition, he is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Zureikat is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

David Binion, MD, specializes in inflammatory bowel disease gastroenterology and gastrointestinal transplant surgery and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his medical degree at SUNY at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Binion is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy.

Ruy Cruz is a Transplant Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cruz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Small Bowel Resection, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Cruz is currently accepting new patients.

Alessandro Paniccia, MD, FACS, is a surgical oncologist and specializes in pancreatic and hepatobiliary surgery. Dr. Paniccia's research interests include pancreatic cancer and hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Paniccia is board-certified in general surgery. He received his medical degree from Sapienza University of Rome in Italy. Dr. Paniccia completed residencies in general surgery at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore and the University of Colorado. He completed a research fellowship at the University of Colorado, followed by a fellowship in complex surgical oncology at UPMC. Dr. Paniccia is a member of the Roman Medical Association, American College of Surgeons, Society of Surgical Oncology, American Medical Association, and American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Paniccia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Matthew Holtzman, MD, is a surgical oncologist specializing in the treatment of colorectal, liver, GI cancers, as well as melanoma and sarcoma. In addition to traditional surgery, Dr. Holtzman specializes in Minimally Invasive surgical approaches to cancer treatment. As part of the David C. Koch Regional Perfusion Cancer Therapy Center, Dr. Holtzman's team performs many specialized concentrated regional chemotherapy and radiotherapy procedures to treat advanced malignancies. His research interests include the treatment of recurrent cancers, regional radiation therapies, and novel treatments for melanoma. Dr. Holtzman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Melanoma, Colorectal Cancer, Splenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Harry W. Sell Jr., MD, is a general surgeon certified by the American Board of Surgery. He is chairman of the Department of Surgery at UPMC Mercy. He is also chief of the Division of General Surgery, associate program director of the General Surgery Residency Training Program, and associate professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Sell received his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. His general surgery training was completed at Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh, and his fellowship in gastrointestinal surgery was completed at the Lahey Clinic in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Sell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Harkirat Singh, MD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and Medical Director of GI Endoscopy at the UPMC Mercy Hospital. Dr.Singh's clinical and research interests include pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, bile duct strictures, pancreato-biliary endoscopy, gastroenterological malignancies, general gastroenterology and hepatology. In addition to upper endoscopies and colonoscopies, Dr.Singh specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures like endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), endoscopic mucosal resection, and deep enteroscopy. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Colonic Malakoplakia, Bile Duct Stricture, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Patrick Wagner is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Colostomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Wagner is currently accepting new patients.

Gursimran Kochhar is a Gastroenterologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kochhar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

"Kenneth K. Lee, MD, graduated Cum Laude from Harvard University with his BA in Chemistry, and continued on to the University of Chicago where he graduated with his MD in 1981. He also stayed at the University of Chicago for his surgical residency, becoming chief resident in 1987. His certifications include general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and also advanced trauma life support. His honors include being named one of the ""Best Doctors in America"" for 1996 - 2001 and receiving the Henry T. Bahnson Teaching Award in 2002.". Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Ampullary Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Dr. Zuckerbraun practices as a General and Trauma Surgeon.  He has specific interests in multiple areas including hernia repairs, abdominal wall reconstructions, mesh infections, enterocutaneous fistulas, groin pain (Sports hernia), diverticulitis, and complex re-operative abdominal surgery. Dr. Zuckerbraun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Matthew D. Neal, MD, is a trauma and general surgeon certified in general surgery and surgical critical care medicine by the American Board of Surgery. He is the Vice Chair for Academic Training, and the Watson Fund Chair and Professor of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Neal is the Director of Emergency General Surgery for UPMC Presbyterian. He received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh and completed his residency and fellowship at UPMC. Dr. Neal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

Kenneth Fasanella, MD, specializes in esophageal diseases and disorders and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Digestive Health Care at Presbyterian and is affiliated with UPMC Horizon, UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Mercy. Dr. Fasanella received his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Duke University School of Medicine and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Fasanella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Jaundice, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

Anna Phillips, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC Presbyterian. She received her medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and then completed a residency at Yale Internal Medicine Residency Programs and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. Her top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Islet Cell Transplantation, and Pancreatectomy.

Jason Sperry, MD, specializes in general surgery and trauma surgery and is certified in surgical critical care and surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He practices at UPMC Division of General and Trauma Surgery and is affiliated with UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Williamsport, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC East, and UPMC St. Margaret. He completed his fellowship at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, residency at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and medical degree at Case Western Reserve University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. Dr. Sperry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

Adam Slivka, MD, PhD, is a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the Associate Chief of Clinical Affairs for the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Slivka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Vikraman Gunabushanam is a Transplant Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gunabushanam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Gunabushanam is currently accepting new patients.

Juan Puyana is a General Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Puyana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Puyana is currently accepting new patients.

Kellie E. Cunningham, MD, FASCRS, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Cunningham specializes in the surgical management of benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus. Dr. Cunningham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. Her top areas of expertise are Anorectal Abscess, Rectal Prolapse, Colorectal Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Armando Ganoza, MD, is a transplant surgeon and is certified in adult and pediatric transplant surgery by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS). He is a surgical director of the Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and is an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from San Marcos University in Lima, Peru, and completed his residency at Guillermo Almenara Hospital in Lima, Peru. He received his fellowship training in kidney, pancreas, and small bowel transplant surgery from the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute and UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He also completed the ASTS fellowship in transplant and hepatobiliary surgery at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Ganoza’s clinical interests include kidney, liver, pancreas, and intestinal transplantation in children and adults. He has special interests in liver and kidney living organ donation. He is also experienced in autologous islet-cell transplantation for chronic pancreatitis. He has numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of several transplant societies including, ASTS, AST, IPTA, IRTA, TTS, and SPLIT. View Dr. Ganoza’s full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Ganoza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Fistula. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Thrombophlebitis, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.