25 of the Best Colorectal Surgeons Near Me in Gainesville, FL

Dr. Nivedh Paluvoi completed his undergraduate and medical school education at Howard University in a combined 6 year BS/MD program. During his time at Howard, he was the recipient of the Founders Scholarship and graduated magna cum laude with a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. As a medical student, he served as Vice President of Student Affairs and received the LaSalle D. Leffall Jr. MD award in surgery in his fourth year. He went on to do his general surgery residency at St. Elizabeths Medical Center (Now Boston Medical Center Brighton) in Boston, MA. He was the recipient of numerous teaching awards from Tufts University School of Medicine as well as the recipient of awards in leadership, research, and compassionate care. He served as administrative chief resident in his final year of residency. He went on to do his Colorectal Surgery fellowship at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA. He has authored numerous articles in peer reviewed journals, written text book chapters, and has presented at several national conferences. He is Board Certified in both General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. Dr. Paluvoi joined the University of Miami in 2018 and currently serves as Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Colorectal Surgery within the DeWitt Daughtry Department of Surgery. He has particular interest in the surgical management of colorectal cancers, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, and robotic surgery. He also has deep interest in medical education, serving as Program Director for the Colorectal Surgery fellowship at the University of Miami. Dr. Paluvoi currently serves as the Interim Chief of the Division of Colorectal Surgery at the University of Miami. Given his commitment to medical education, he was awarded the Outstanding Junior Faculty of the Year Award in the Department of Surgery for the 2019-2020 academic year. He was also inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha medical honors society as faculty at the University of Miami. Dr. Paluvoi is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Vaginectomy. Dr. Paluvoi is currently accepting new patients.

Marylise Boutros is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. Dr. Boutros is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ileostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Boutros is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, 2013.

Luca Stocchi is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Stocchi is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

Dana Sands is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 34 years. Dr. Sands is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Crohn's Disease, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sands is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, 2004.

David Maron is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Maron is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Maron is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, 2006.

Juan Nogueras is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Parkland, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 48 years. Dr. Nogueras is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Nogueras is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, 1992.

Dr. David Mason is board certified in colon and rectal surgery and general surgery and is with BayCare Medical Group in Tampa, Florida, where he sees patients age 18 and older. He earned a Doctor of Medicine from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida, completed a general surgery internship and chief residency at the Hospital of Saint Raphael, a Yale University School of Medicine affiliate in New Haven, Connecticut, and finished a colon and rectal surgery fellowship at Greater Baltimore Medical Center in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Mason specializes in general, robotic and colorectal surgery, with clinical interests in rectal cancer, colon cancer, abdominal wall and inguinal hernias, and diseases of the anus and rectum. He’s double board certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. Dr. Mason is affiliated with St. Joseph’s Hospital. Dr. Mason is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Mason is board certified in AB Colon & Rectal Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery and AB Surgery - Surgery.

George Rittersbach is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Stuart, Florida. Dr. Rittersbach is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

Dr. Laurence R, Sands is Chair and Professor of Clinical Surgery for the DeWitt Daughtry Department of Surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in Miami, Florida. He is also the first holder of the Laurence R. Sands MD Endowed Research Chair in Colon and Rectal Surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He received his Medical Doctor degree from Northwestern University in Chicago, IL in 1990. He then did his general surgery residency at the Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA from 1990 until 1995. He then went on to do his colon and rectal training at the Cleveland Clinic Florida and completed this program in 1996. In 2009 he completed his MBA in Healthcare Policy and Management at the University of Miami. He has worked at the University of Miami since July 1997. He is a Fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. In addition, he has served as President of the South Florida Chapter of the American College of Surgeons and as a Governor of the Chapter. He has written a textbook on anorectal disease, numerous book chapters, and peer reviewed articles and currently serves as a reviewer for several major medical journals. Most recently, he has established the Laurence R. Sands, MD Endowed Research Chair at the University of Miami, this being the first chair within the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery. His academic interests include rectal cancer surgery, surgery for inflammatory bowel disease and robotic surgery. He has also been appointed Vice Chair of Medical Student Education within the Daughtry Family Department of Surgery at the Miller School of Medicine, a reflection of his great interest in teaching the disciplines of general and colon and rectal surgery to fellows, residents, and medical students for which he has won numerous teaching awards within the school. Dr. Sands is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Sands is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Renee Mueller is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon with Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute. She has cared for patients in Central Florida for 15 years and has been cited as a Top Doctor by Orlando Magazine since 2012. She specializes in: Robotic and laparoscopic-assisted colon and rectal surgery Colon and rectal cancer Diverticulitis Anorectal disease Dr. Mueller also has expertise in anal rectal ultrasound, sphincter-saving techniques for rectal cancer, surgery for inflammatory bowel disease and screening for colon cancer. She strives to provide thorough and quality care for patients in an understanding and compassionate manner. She is the physician liaison for the colorectal surgery floor and works to improve communication between the doctors and nursing staff to provide excellent patient care. Dr. Mueller's Training Dr. Mueller earned her medical degree at the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, where she also completed her general surgery residency. She completed a fellowship in colorectal surgery at the Louisiana State University Health Science Center in Shreveport. About Dr. Mueller Dr. Mueller is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. She is board certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and by the American Board of Surgery. She serves as co-director of the Advanced Colon and Rectal Minimally Invasive Fellowship. She enjoys teaching at all levels including fellows, residents and medical students and values mentoring them clinically and professionally. Dr. Mueller is an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, a clinical assistant professor at Florida State University and a clinical assistant professor of surgery at the University South Florida. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and being outside in the beautiful Florida weather by walking or biking. Dr. Mueller is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Mueller is board certified in American Board Of Colon - Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery.

Dr. Margarita Murphy is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute with 20 years of experience. She treats patients with: Pelvic floor disorders, including rectal prolapse Fecal incontinence Constipation Minimally invasive surgery such as robotic and laparoscopic colorectal resections and pelvic floor reconstructions Diverticulosis Cancer and tumors of the small intestine, colon, rectum and anus Inflammatory bowel disease, including diverticulitis Surgical management of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease Anorectal abscesses and fistula Colonic polyposis Hemorrhoidal disease Dr. Murphy's Training Dr. Murphy received her medical degree from Rosario University in Bogota, Colombia. She completed a residency in general surgery at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, where she served as chief resident in her final year, and a residency in colon and rectal surgery at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. About Dr. Murphy Dr. Murphy is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. She is a fellow of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, and her professional memberships include the American College of Surgeons, International Continence Society, Piedmont Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. She also is a founding member of the Latin American Society of Pelvic Floor and an initial collaborator and member of the International Pelvic Floor Consortium. She received honorary membership in the Mexican Society of Surgeons of Rectum, Colon and Anus. She relocated from Charleston, South Carolina, where she was voted best colon and rectal surgeon in Mount Pleasant and/or Charleston nine of the past 10 years. Dr. Murphy has presented her research extensively in Colombia, Egypt, Mexico, Italy, Brazil, Portugal and Argentina, as well as at the Harvard University School of Medicine. Her work has been published in textbooks and peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Murphy serves as a medical student and physician assistant educator at the Medical University of South Carolina, Presbyterian College and Charleston Southern University. She is considered an international expert in the treatment of fecal incontinence and pelvic floor disorders. Dr. Murphy was honored as an InterStim Center of Excellence for the treatment of fecal incontinence, overactive bladder and urinary retention. She regularly gives symposiums and has trained hundreds of surgeons from all over the world in this technology. Dr. Murphy also has a special interest in the treatment of complex pilonidal disease. Outside of work, she enjoys volunteering with her church, Girl Scouts and medical missions. Dr. Murphy is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Rectal Prolapse, Proctitis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Murphy is board certified in The American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and The American Board Of Surgery.

Dr. Paul Williamson is a board-certified colorectal surgeon with the Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute. He has cared for patients in Central Florida for more than 35 years while prioritizing a patient-first approach and acknowledging God's grace in the delivery of their care. He treats patients with: Neoplastic diseases of the small intestine, colon, rectum and anus Inflammatory bowel disease, including diverticulitis Surgical management of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease Complex pelvic tumors Recto-urethral fistula Anorectal abscesses and fistula Pelvic floor disorders, including rectal prolapse Fecal incontinence Colonic polyposis Hemorrhoidal disease Dr. Williamson is known for his work in the treatment of colon, rectal and anal cancers, Crohn's ano-rectal fistulas, repair of traumatic sphincter injury, local excision of rectal cancers, and complex surgical approaches to pelvic and para sacral masses. He also has extensive experience and expertise in the treatment and repair of colostomies as well as abdominal wall reconstruction. Dr. Williamson's Training Dr. Williamson earned his medical degree from Wake Forest University Bowman-Gray School of Medicine in North Carolina, where he also earned his bachelor's degree and graduated magna cum laude. He completed his residency in general surgery at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center, where he was chief resident in his final year. His fellowship in colorectal surgery was performed at the Carle Clinic in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois. About Dr. Williamson Dr. Williamson is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Dr. Williamson is an associate professor of surgery at the University of Central Florida School of Medicine and also taught at the University of Florida. He has served as chairman of the Surgery Department at Orlando Health, chairman of the Surgical Quality Committee and is a member of the Credentials Committee. Outside of work, he enjoys basketball, golf, working out, traveling, spending time with family and volunteering at his church. Dr. Williamson is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Williamson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Dr. Joshua Karas is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon with the Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute. He has cared for patients in Central Florida since 2015 and specializes in: Advanced robotic and laparoscopic-assisted colon and rectal surgery for benign and malignant disease Anal physiology testing for chronic constipation Fecal incontinence Inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease Treatment of anorectal disease Functional disorders of the pelvis He also has expertise in anal rectal ultrasound and sphincter saving techniques for rectal cancer in order to avoid a permanent stoma. Dr. Karas believes in the importance of taking a proactive role in managing chronic disease by incorporating lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy diet and managing stress. Dr. Karas' Training Dr. Karas received his medical training at Pontificia Universidad Catlica del Ecuador in Quito. He completed his general surgery residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City. He also completed a general surgery residency at Stony Brook University Medical Center in Stony Brook, New York, where he took part in a clinical research training program and a postdoctoral clinical research fellowship. He performed fellowships in minimally invasive/bariatric surgery through Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola, New York, and in colon and rectal surgery through the ­Indiana University School of Medicine in Mooresville. About Dr. Karas Dr. Karas is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FCAS) and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. His research has been published over two dozen times in Diseases of the Colon & Rectum, a peer-reviewed journal that is considered the world's leading publication in colorectal surgery, and several other peer-reviewed journals. He has authored book chapters on the laparoscopic approach to rectal prolapse and troubleshooting difficult laparoscopic cases. Dr. Karas is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. Outside of work, Dr. Karas enjoys golf, soccer, running and mountain climbing. He is fluent in English and Spanish. Dr. Karas is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Karas is board certified in American Board Of Colon - Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery.

Conor Delaney is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. Dr. Delaney is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

Dr. Vanessa Hui is an Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery in the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. She earned dual undergraduate degrees in Molecular and Cell Biology and Chinese Language from the University of California, Berkeley, and received her medical degree from the University of Vermont. Dr. Hui completed her general surgery residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine, during which she undertook a two-year clinical research fellowship in colorectal surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She completed her colorectal surgery fellowship at Cleveland Clinic Florida in Weston. Dr. Hui is board certified in both general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. She is an active member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, the Association of Women Surgeons, and the Association for Surgical Education. Her academic work includes authorship and co-authorship of multiple textbook chapters, review articles, and peer-reviewed publications. With a strong interest in surgical education, Dr. Hui serves as the Surgical Clerkship Director for the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. She was named Outstanding Junior Attending of the Year by the Department of Surgery for the 2021–2022 academic year and was recently inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society in recognition of her commitment to professionalism, leadership, scholarship, and service. Her clinical interests include minimally invasive colorectal surgery, colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, fecal incontinence, and hereditary colorectal syndromes. In addition to English, Dr. Hui is fluent in Cantonese and conversational in Mandarin. Dr. Hui is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Proctitis, Colonoscopy, and Colostomy. Dr. Hui is currently accepting new patients.

Eric Weiss is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. Dr. Weiss is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Luis Hernandez is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Hernandez is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Samir Shah is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

Henry Lujan is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Lujan is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Proctitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Giovanna Dasilva is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. Dr. Dasilva is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

Matthew Albert is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Albert is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

Joseph Corallo is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Plantation, Florida. Dr. Corallo is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anorectal Abscess, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

Sanda Tan is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Tan is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Colorectal Cancer, Bowel Incontinence, Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

Andrew Ritter is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Port Orange, Florida. Dr. Ritter is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Colostomy, and Ureteral Reconstruction.

Thomas Read is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Read is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.