25 of the Best Colorectal Surgeons Near Me in Waxahachie, TX

Dr. Zihao Wu is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon with additional board certification in general surgery. Dr. Wu previously served for more than a decade as an associate professor in Clinical Surgery within the Department of Surgery at the University of Missouri School of Medicine in Columbia. He specializes in treating anorectal disorders (hemorrhoids, anal fistula, anal fissure, anal warts etc), colon and rectal cancer, complicated diverticular disease, Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative colitis, and rectal prolapse. He also offers screening and diagnostic colonoscopy. He performs advanced robotic and laparoscopic colon and rectal surgeries. Dr. Wu grew up in a small village in Southern China where his father was the only physician. His passion for caring for others came from watching his father at work. He earned his medical degree at Sun Yat-Sen University of Medical Sciences in China. He completed his general surgery residency at St. Agnes Healthcare in Baltimore, Md., before going on to complete his colon and rectal surgery fellowship at Saint Vincent Health Center in Erie, Pa. Dr. Wu is a member of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. He is fluent in the Chinese Cantonese language. Dr. Wu is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Houston native Dr. Tal Raphaeli earned his undergraduate degree at The University of Texas at Austin and his medical degree at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his residency in general surgery at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at the Swedish Medical Center in Seattle. Dr. Raphaeli, who has been in practice since 2006, is board certified in both general surgery and colorectal surgery. He treats patients of all ages. Dr. Raphaeli specializes in endoscopy and treatment of common anorectal disorders such as hemorrhoids, fissures and pelvic floor disorders. He utilizes advanced techniques, including minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, for the treatment of cancer and benign diseases. Dr. Raphaeli enjoys getting to know his patients and treasures the relationships he has built with each of them over the years. He strives every day to preserve and improve the health and wellbeing of those he treats by providing patient-focused care and exceptional services. Throughout his career, Dr. Raphaeli has presented at numerous regional and national conferences and has authored several published works. Dr. Raphaeli is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Anal Fissure, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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 clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Olson is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Glen Hooker is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Hooker is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Proctitis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Hooker is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Danielle Giesler is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Richardson, Texas. Dr. Giesler is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Giesler is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

A native Houstonian, Dr. Bidhan “Biddy” Das graduated summa cum laude from Rice University. He received his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut, followed by surgical residency training at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. He then completed fellowship training with the Colon and Rectal Clinic of Houston. Board certified in colon and rectal surgery as well as general surgery, Dr. Das has been in practice since 2012. He has special interest in minimally invasive colon resection and sphincter reconstruction as well as the treatment of women with colon and rectum issues such as fecal incontinence, pelvic floor dysfunction and hemorrhoidal disease. His clinical interests include enhanced recovery after major surgery, minimally invasive colorectal surgery, robotic colorectal surgery, rectal cancer options, colon cancer options and screening colonoscopies. The author of book chapters and publications on medical education and medical process improvement, Dr. Das is cultivating personalized medicine and individualized genetic screening for patients with cancer and their families. He is a member in of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, and the Harris County Medical Society. Dr. Das is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Das is currently accepting new patients.

Born in Thessaloniki, Greece, Dr. Voloyiannis earned his medical degree at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School and completed his Surgical Residency at Baylor College of Medicine, M.E. DeBakey Department of Surgery in Houston. Dr. Voloyiannis completed his fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School. He is Diplomate of both American Board of Surgery and American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. He is also Fellow of American College of Surgeons. Dr. Voloyiannis' main focus involves surgical and non-surgical colon and rectal procedures. He has a strong interest in the latest advances and performs minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries, colonoscopies and hemorrhoid procedures. He spends much of his time listening to his patients, in the office or hospital, because he believes not only in treating complex conditions, but helping patients return to normal lives as soon as possible. His office staff is fluent in Spanish. Dr. Voloyiannis is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Voloyiannis is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Pendola is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Texas A&M College of Medicine at Texas A&M Health Science Center, Dallas. He sees patients at the North Texas Colon & Rectal Dallas and Garland office locations. He is accepting new patients. Dr. Pendola has been nominated for the seventh consecutive year for D Magazine's 2025 Best Docs . Dr. Pendola has been named a Texas Super Doctor for 2023 by Texas Monthly. Dr. Pendola is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Pendola is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery.

Anthony Macaluso is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Plano, Texas. Dr. Macaluso is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

Carmen Varin is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Varin is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Varin is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery.

A Texas native, Dr. Amit Agarwal received his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. He completed his internship and residency in general surgery and his fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston. Board certified in general surgery, Dr. Agarwal has been in practice since 2010. His clinical interests include minimally invasive and robotic surgery of the colon and rectum, colonoscopy for cancer screening, benign and malignant conditions of the colon, rectum and anus as well as pelvic floor disorders, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease, colitis, ulcerative colitis), and treatment of incontinence. Dr. Agarwal enjoys building relationships with his patients. He takes the time to listen to their concerns and is known for his patience and bedside manner. He is engaged in the latest research in his field to enhance patient care and takes an evidence-based medicine approach before considering surgery. Dr. Agarwal treats patients of all ages for the whole spectrum of disease processes involving the colon and rectum. He speaks Spanish and Hindi. The author of a number of peer reviewed medical journal articles and book chapters, Dr. Agarwal is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, the Texas Medical Association, and the Harris County Medical Society. He is involved in surgical education and clinical research. Dr. Agarwal and his wife, who is also a physician, live in West University. In his free time, he enjoys going to sporting events, running, skiing, deep sea fishing and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Agarwal is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Encopresis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy.

Dr. Mark Pidala earned his medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He completed a residency at Summa Health System-Akron City Hospital, followed by a residency and fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Pidala, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, is board certified in both general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. He has been in practice since 1990. Dr. Pidala performs all surgeries on the colon, rectum and anus, as well as routine and advanced colonoscopies. One of the first colon and rectal surgeons in Houston to perform minimally invasive laparoscopic colon resections, he has extensive experience in both laparoscopic and robotic colon and rectal procedures. His patients say they feel confident they are receiving the best care and soundest advice. They describe him as a very knowledgeable, extremely caring surgeon who communicates honestly with them. Dr. Pidala also is an assistant professor of surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. Outside of his practice, Dr. Pidala enjoys spending quality time with his wife and three children, traveling and exercising. Dr. Pidala is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

Dr. Rodriguez-Ruesga attended medical school at Universidad De Nuevo Leon in 1991. He then completed residencies in Preliminary Surgery at the Mayo Graduate School Of Medicine-Rochester in 1993 and in General Surgery from Butterworth Hospital/Michigan State in 1998. In 1999, he completed a fellowship in colon/rectal surgery at Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health. Dr. Rodriguez-Ruesga is certified in colon and rectal surgery by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Rodriguez-Ruesga and his wife, Julie, have three children. His hobbies include singing, playing guitar, traveling, kayaking, running and collecting coins. Dr. Rodriguez is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Rodriguez is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery.

Dr. Joseph Cali earned his medical degree at Creighton University in Omaha, Neb. He completed his internship and residency in general surgery at Boston University and a fellowship in rectal surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Dr. Cali, who has been in practice in Houston since 1993, is board certified in both general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. His clinical interests are colon cancer, hereditary colon cancer, rectal cancer, polyposis disease, advanced colon polyp removal, colon cancer screening, anal cancer, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis, hemorrhoids, hemorrhoid banding, anal fissure, anal fistula, anal abscess, constipation, rectal prolapse, and robotic colon and rectal surgery. He treats patients ages 16 and older and speaks limited Spanish. A fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Dr. Cali also serves as an assistant professor of surgery at McGovern Medical School. His practice is characterized by personalized care and a total commitment to the wellbeing of everyone who walks into his office. His patients appreciate his undivided attention and regard for detail. A resident of the Memorial area, Dr. Cali enjoys gardening, woodworking, playing the guitar and hiking in the Colorado back country. Dr. Cali is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

"""Dr. Novosad is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon. She attended medical school at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA, and completed her residency at the University of South Florida.She specializes in colon, rectal and anal cancer, diverticulitis, colon and rectal polyps, inflammatory bowel disease, fecal incontinence, rectal prolapse and anorectal disorders.Dr. Novosad's practice focuses on minimally invasive colorectal surgical approaches, as well as robotic-surgery.""". Dr. Novosad is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Novosad is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Clifford Simmang is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Grapevine, Texas. Dr. Simmang is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Simmang is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Todd Odom is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Plano, Texas. Dr. Odom is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Fissure, Proctitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Odom is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Randall Crim is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Irving, Texas. Dr. Crim is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Crim is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Dr. Atif Iqbal specializes in surgical procedures for benign and malignant pathology of the colon, rectum and anus. Dr. Iqbal is an Associate Professor and Chief, Section of Colorectal Surgery - Surgical Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine, where he is a member of the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Iqbal’s clinical interests include: robotic surgery and advanced laparoscopy, including sphincter saving procedures for low rectal cancer; and pelvic surgery and surgical treatment of rectal cancer, including transanal endoscopic microsurgery. He is a member of the Baylor Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center and offers laparoscopic pouch procedures for ulcerative colitis and minimally invasive surgery for Crohn’s disease.His research interests include: health services and outcome-based translational research in colorectal pathology with a focus on rectal cancer outcomes and institution of enhanced recovery programs after surgery.Dr. Iqbal earned his medical degree from King Edward Medical University and completed an internship in surgery at Mayo Hospital, in Lahore, Pakistan. He completed a surgical research fellowship at Creighton University Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska and his residency in general surgery at the University of Missouri, followed by a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Washington University/Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. He joined the faculty of the University of Florida where he was an associate professor.Dr. Iqbal is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He is currently serving as an elected surgical expert on the NCI Rectal-Anal Task Force and the Colon task force of the GI steering committee. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, and NRG Oncology. Dr. Iqbal has earned honors for his research presentations to the ACS, SAGES and the Commission on Cancer, as well as a medal of achievement in physiology by the Pakistan Physiological Research Organization. He has also earned numerous ‘patient nominations’ and awards for the quality of care provided. Dr. Iqbal has also been named a Top Doctor in Colon and Rectal Surgery by Houstonia Magazine (2020). Dr. Iqbal is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Genital Warts, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Iqbal is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Matthew Tillman is a board-certified surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery. His professional interests include multidisciplinary management of colorectal malignancies and advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques. Dr. Tillman is passionate about advancing surgical care with innovation and compassion for his adult patients. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Outside of work, Dr. Tillman enjoys spending time with his wife and three young children on their property in Central Texas. He also likes ranching, running and cheering on the Texas A&M Aggies football team. Dr. Tillman is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Tillman is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Alberto Pena is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Brownsville, Texas. Dr. Pena is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Proctitis, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Eric Haas is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Haas is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Crohn's Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.

Dominique Vande is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Brownsville, Texas. Dr. Vande is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

James Prieto is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Live Oak, Texas. Dr. Prieto is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Colostomy.

William Lewis is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Lewis is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.