
Overview
Offering same-day appointments, Dr. Fortunato is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon who offers comprehensive colorectal health care services for benign and cancerous colorectal conditions, inflammatory bowel disease, anorectal conditions, and pelvic floor issues. Dr. Fortunato uses minimally invasive robotic, laparoscopic, and transanal surgery – often through a single small incision – to treat colorectal cancer, inflammatory disease, rectal prolapse, diverticulitis, and more. In addition, Dr. Fortunato offers state-of-the-art treatment for fecal incontinence, complex rectovaginal fistulas, pilonidal disease, hemorrhoids, and other problems. Dr. Fortunato earned his medical degree at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania, and completed his general surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital. He then completed a colon and rectal fellowship at Louisiana State University/ Schumpert Medical Center and has been in practice since 2010. Dr. Fortunato has a strong academic interest and holds many positions in both national and international colon and rectal cancer societies. He is the Program Director of the AHN Colon and Rectal Surgery Fellowship, and an Associate Program Director for the AHN General Surgery Residency Program. Dr. Fortunato has written numerous journal articles, book chapters, and edits several colorectal journals. He is a fellow in the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, International Society of University Colon and Rectal Surgeons, and Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons.
Dr. Fortunato is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Ileostomy.
Dr. Fortunato is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery - Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Fortunato is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
4815 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
12311 Perry Highway, Wexford, PA 15090
320 East North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Clinical Research
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James T. McCormick, DO, FACS, FASCRS, Professor of Surgery, Drexel University College of Medicine, Chairperson, Colon/Rectal Cancer Program, Allegheny Health Network Cancer Institute, State Chair, Commission on Cancer, SW-PA, is a highly respected surgeon at the AHN Surgery Institute specializing in colon and rectal cancer, recurrent rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and various digestive conditions. Dr. McCormick, Professor of Surgery, Drexel University College of Medicine, is an internationally recognized thought leader and speaker with expertise in bowel reconstructive procedures including sphincter preservation and j-pouch, complex and reoperative pelvic surgery, laparoscopic surgery, robotic surgery, transanal, endoscopic, and endoluminal surgery. Dr. McCormick chairs the multidisciplinary disease site for colorectal cancer for the Allegheny Health Network and the NAPRC-certified AHNCI Rectal Cancer Center of Excellence. He is also the Commission on Cancer State Chair for Southwestern Pennsylvania. He is a Senior Examiner for the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery after serving on both the Oral and Written Examination Committees for the Board. Dr. McCormick earned his medical degree from Lake Erie College School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at West Penn Hospital. He received advanced training through a fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. Dr. McCormick served as the American College of Surgeons Governor, working in the Best Practice Workgroup, and is past president of the American College of Surgeons, Southwestern PA Chapter. He has been a member of the Professional Outreach, Standards, and Self-Assessment Committees for the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery. He is currently president-elect of the Pennsylvania Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery. Dr. McCormick welcomes patients ages 18 and older. Dr. Mccormick is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Mccormick is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery - Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Mccormick is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard A. Fortunato
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard A. Fortunato?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard A. Fortunato by calling their office at 412-359-3901. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard A. Fortunato a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard A. Fortunato 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. Richard A. Fortunato specialize in?
While Dr. Richard A. Fortunato is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Richard A. Fortunato participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard A. Fortunato has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Richard A. Fortunato's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard A. Fortunato accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard A. Fortunato accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-359-3901 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Colorectal CancerDr. Fortunato isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Fortunato isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Advanced
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- EncopresisDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- HemorrhoidectomyDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoidectomy.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- ProctitisDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Experienced
- Anal CancerDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Anorectal AbscessDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Anorectal Abscess.
- ColostomyDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- HerniaDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- IleostomyDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Levator SyndromeDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Levator Syndrome.
- Mesenteric Venous ThrombosisDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- UreteroscopyDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.

