Overview
Craig Olson, MD, FACS, is an experienced board-certified and fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon who specializes in rectal and colon cancer and pelvic floor disorders. He performs advanced minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic surgeries and uses enhanced recovery pathways to optimize outcomes. He has a particular interest in treating the full spectrum of colon, rectal and anal disorders such as rectal and colon cancer, diverticulitis, constipation, pelvic floor disorders and inflammatory bowel disease. He also has experience with complex abdominal wall reconstruction and anorectal conditions such as hemorrhoids and anal fistula. Dr. Olson is nationally recognized for his work in advanced minimally invasive surgery and has published papers, book chapters and presented videos at national conferences on this topic. He has previously developed a pelvic floor disorder program and served as its first director, developing great experience with rectal prolapse, constipation and bowel control problems. He has been consistently voted by his peers to be a D Magazine Best Doctor.
Dr. Olson is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- STATE MEDICAID
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
Waxahachie, TX 75165
Waxahachie, TX 75165
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.
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Baylor Scott & White Texas Surgical Specialists - Waxahachie
"Dr. Muraliraj is a fellowship-trained and board-certified colon and rectal surgeon who specializes in all areas of colon and rectal surgery, including robotic surgery for cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulitis as well as anal disease, including hemorrhoids and fistula disease. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, spending time with family, trying new restaurants and going to the movies. Read Dr. Muraliraj's article, ""The diverticulitis diet: Best foods to eat during a flare-up.""". Dr. Muraliraj is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Craig H. Olson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Craig H. Olson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Craig H. Olson by calling their office at 469-800-9830. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Craig H. Olson a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Craig H. Olson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Colorectal Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Craig H. Olson specialize in?
While Dr. Craig H. Olson is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Craig H. Olson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Craig H. Olson has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Craig H. Olson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Craig H. Olson accept my insurance?
Dr. Craig H. Olson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-800-9830 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Colorectal CancerDr. Olson isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Olson isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Advanced
- Anal CancerDr. Olson isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Olson isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Olson isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColostomyDr. Olson isAdvanced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Olson isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Olson isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Experienced
- Anorectal AbscessDr. Olson isExperienced. Learn about Anorectal Abscess.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Olson isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- CellulitisDr. Olson isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Olson isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Olson isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DeliriumDr. Olson isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.