25 of the Best Colorectal Surgeons Near Me

Dr. McCaffrey was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She received a BS in biology and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Michigan. She then attended Wayne State University School of Medicine on a full academic scholarship and graduated in the top 5% percent of her class, including induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. She completed her general surgery residency at Emory University in 2006, followed by a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI in 2007. After completion of fellowship she joined Oakland Colon and Rectal Associates in Royal Oak, MI where she practiced until 2009.Dr. McCaffrey was recruited to join Piedmont Colorectal Associates in 2009, and she was happy to return to Atlanta. She has been a member of the Piedmont Atlanta Hospital staff since 2009 and Piedmont Henry Hospital since 2015. She is also the primary colon and rectal surgeon at The Shepherd Center, a world-renowned rehabilitation center for catastrophic spinal cord and brain injuries. She is board certified in colon and rectal surgery, as well as general surgery. She is a Fellow of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She was named one of Atlanta's Top Doctors by Atlanta Magazine in 2020, 2021, and 2022.Dr. McCaffrey performs treatment for a wide range of colorectal issues. One of her main interests is in robotic surgery for benign and malignant diseases of the colon and rectum. She has performed the highest volume of robotic colorectal surgery at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, successfully completing more than 800 robotic surgeries since 2013. She serves on the robotic steering committee for Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. She also enjoys performing screening and diagnostic colonoscopies, as well as a variety of office-based and surgical procedures for anorectal issues.In her free time, Dr. McCaffrey enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling the world, experiencing new cultures, and collecting stamps in her passport. She regularly attends live music events, hosts dinner parties, and runs road races ranging from 5k's to half marathons. Dr. Mccaffrey is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurogenic Bowel, Anal Fissure, Encopresis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Mccaffrey is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Mccaffrey is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Matthew Tschetter has a special interest and expertise in helping patients with a broad spectrum of colorectal diseases, including: He is also specially trained to medically and surgically treat a variety of anorectal diseases, such as hemorrhoids, fistula and fissures. Speaks: English. Dr. Tschetter is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Tschetter is board certified in American Board Of Surgery: Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board Of Surgery: General Surgery. Dr. Tschetter is currently accepting new patients.

When I'm not working, I love spending time with my family and friends. I am an avid reader and love a good book with a cup of coffee. I also enjoy cycling, hiking and yoga. Dr. Casano is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Bowel Incontinence, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Casano is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Casano is currently accepting new patients.

Saleh Eftaiha is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Eftaiha is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Anal Fissure, Ogilvie Syndrome, Small Bowel Resection, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation. Dr. Eftaiha is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery (Certified). Dr. Eftaiha is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Payne is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Payne is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Payne is board certified in Surgery (General Surgery). Dr. Payne is currently accepting new patients.

Rebecca Hoedema is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Grand Haven, Michigan. Dr. Hoedema is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Hoedema is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hoedema is currently accepting new patients.

"Marc Lehrer Greenwald, MD, is the chief of colorectal clinical services and surgeon-in-chief at North Shore University Hospital. He is a double board-certified colorectal surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive and sphincter sparing techniques to treat a wide range of diseases and disorders of the small intestine, colon, rectum and anus. This includes diverticulitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and colorectal cancer.""I'm really fortunate to work with an amazing team at North Shore,"" Dr. Greenwald says. ""They share my passion for helping others, and together, we are making a difference in the lives of so many people.""After receiving his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. Greenwald completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center and fellowship in Hartford, Connecticut. He joined Northwell in 1991, and has held many leadership positions at North Shore University Hospital, including president of the medical staff and chair of the medical board.Dr. Greenwald established the Enhanced Recovery Program at North Shore University Hospital, implementing protocols that provide easy, safe and rapid recovery after surgery. ""The program helps patients recover faster, get home to their families sooner and have better results,"" he says. His team also leads the way in delivering the best outcomes and highest quality care, consistently scoring above the national average in quality surveys.As program director of the rectal cancer multidisciplinary team, Dr. Greenwald works closely with other Northwell experts-including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and colorectal surgeons-to evaluate every patient with rectal cancer. ""It's my job to make sure best practices are used and patients receive individualized care with guided support from start to finish.""Dr. Greenwald is an assistant professor of surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and has won multiple teaching awards, including the Department of Surgery Award for Excellence in Operative Teaching. He is also a Castle Connelly Top Doctor.Decades of being a surgeon have given Dr. Greenwald a greater awareness about his patients. ""It's not just about treating their illness,"" he says. ""It's about understanding their illness as it relates to everything else in their lives. You need that global perspective to truly understand what the patient is going through.""". Dr. Greenwald is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Greenwald is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Greenwald is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Nicholson, MD, specializes in colon and rectal surgery and is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery and colon and rectal surgery by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. He practices at Leader Surgical Associates-UPMC and is affiliated with UPMC West Shore, UPMC Memorial, UPMC Harrisburg, and UPMC Community Osteopathic. Dr. Nicholson earned his medical degree at the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He completed his residency at WellSpan York Hospital and a fellowship at Georgia Colon & Rectal Surgical Associates. Dr. Nicholson is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Nicholson is currently accepting new patients.

Chair of Colon Rectal Surgery at BWMC/p. Dr. Cifello is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Cifello is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery), 1999, and American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery - Colon And Rectal Surgery, 2000. Dr. Cifello is currently accepting new patients.

Imad Qayyum is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Qayyum is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Qayyum is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery (Certified). Dr. Qayyum is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Gifty Kwakye, MD, MPH, is the Arthur W. Fleming, M.D. Research Professor and a Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Colorectal Surgery. She graduated from Yale University with a BSc degree in both Biology and Psychology. She received her medical degree from Yale University in 2010 and holds a Master’s in Public Health from Johns Hopkins. She completed her general surgery residency at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School in 2017 and colorectal surgery fellowship at the University of Minnesota in 2018. Dr Kwakye joined the faculty at the University of Michigan in 2018.As a resident she received multiple awards including the Robert T. Osteen and the Partners Health System Medical Education awards for excellence in teaching. Her passion for global health was also recognized with a Global Health Scholarship award from Johns Hopkins during her public health training. Dr. Kwakye is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Kwakye is board certified in Surgery and Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Kwakye is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Bannon is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general and colorectal surgeon. His clinical interests include breast cancer and diseases of the breast, gastrointestinal surgery, hernia repair, and endoscopy and colonoscopy. His research interests include colorectal cancer, breast cancer and resident medical education. Dr. Bannon obtained his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Bannon is certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Bannon is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Bannon is board certified in The American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery And The American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Bannon is currently accepting new patients.

Anne-marie Hegman is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Edina, Minnesota. Dr. Hegman is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Rectal Prolapse, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Hegman is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery,2019, 2018, and Surgery (General Surgery). Dr. Hegman is currently accepting new patients.

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 13 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.

Dr. Ralph Silverman is a colon and rectal surgeon, specializing in treatment of colon cancer, rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease - both ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease - diverticulitis and colon polyps. He also performs anorectal procedures for common issues such as hemorrhoids, rectal bleeding and fecal incontinence. He uses the latest minimally invasive techniques in his practice to improve surgical outcomes and reduce recovery time for patients. Dr. Silverman is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colorectal Surgeons. Outside of work, Dr. Silverman enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, hiking and camping. Dr. Silverman is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Silverman is board certified in American Board Of Surgery , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Silverman is currently accepting new patients.

Richard Tooley is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Traverse City, Michigan. Dr. Tooley is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Tooley is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Surgery (General Surgery) - 1995 and American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery, Colon And Rectal Surgery - 1996 . Dr. Tooley is currently accepting new patients.

Claire Peeples is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Peeples is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bowel Incontinence, Proctitis, Encopresis, Colonoscopy, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Peeples is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Peeples is currently accepting new patients.

Danielle Giesler is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Allen, 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. Dr. Giesler is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Shukla serves as Regional Chief of Colon and Rectal surgery for Westchester. He sees patients and performs surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital, Phelps Memorial Hospital and Northern Westchester Hospital.He also serves as Professor of Surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Dr. Shukla specializes in the treatment of colon and rectal cancers including advanced polyps unsuitable for colonoscopic removal, Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's disease, Diverticulitis, and complex pelvic issues.Dr. Shukla is skilled in all established minimally invasive surgical modalities, including laparoscopic, endoscopic and robotic techniques.In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Shukla is a renowned researcher and educator. He is widely published with over 120 articles in peer reviewed medical journals and 17 book chapters. He has served as Editor in Chief of the Journal of Colorectal Diseases and as a member of the editorial board for the World Gastroenterology Organization (WGO). Dr. Shukla is an invited reviewer for many international journals and has been an invited lecturer at hundreds of meetings and conferences around the world.Dr Shukla is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow. He has earned many honors and awards throughout his career. Dr. Shukla is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Anal Fissure, Ileostomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Shukla is currently accepting new patients.

William Harb is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Harb is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Hemorrhoids, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Harb is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - Surgery and The American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery - Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Harb is currently accepting new patients.

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 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Sands is currently accepting new patients.

Charles Heise, MD, FACS, is a UW Health colorectal surgeon. He specializes in treating conditions that affect the colon, rectum and anus. Dr. Heise is also a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, where he is involved in research and education, helping to train future surgeons through the Department of Surgery’s fellowship program.Dr. Heise cares for patients with a wide range of conditions, including hemorrhoids, fissures, inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis and colorectal cancer. He enjoys treating all types of colorectal issues and does not limit his practice to one area. He is also working with engineering experts to develop microlens systems that could improve laparoscopic surgery in the future.Dr. Heise believes that patients should be the center of care. He takes time to listen, explain options and make sure each person feels informed and supported. He works closely with other specialists to provide a team-based approach and helps patients make decisions that are right for them. He understands that surgery can be emotional and aims to ease anxiety by being honest and caring.Outside of work, Dr. Heise enjoys spending time outdoors year-round. He likes fishing, biking, and being active. He also follows sports teams, especially the Wisconsin Badgers and Kansas teams. His love for nature and sports helps him stay balanced and connected to his community.Listening to the patient is very important. I want them to walk away from our visit feeling informed, supported and confident in their care. Dr. Heise is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encopresis, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Heise is board certified in Surgery and Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Heise is currently accepting new patients.

Wolfgang Gaertner is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Gaertner is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Ileostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Gaertner is board certified in Surgery (General Surgery): American Board Of Surgery, 2013. Dr. Gaertner is currently accepting new patients.

David Medich, MD, is a colon and rectal surgeon with a special clinical interest in the management of colon and rectal carcinoma. Dr. Medich is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anorectal Abscess, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Medich is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery . Dr. Medich is currently accepting new patients.

Edward J. Glennon, MD, specializes in colon and rectal surgery and is board-certified in colon and rectal surgery by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. He is affiliated with UPMC Hamot. Dr. Glennon completed his fellowship at Saint Vincent Family Medicine, residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University and medical degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Glennon is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Glennon is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Glennon is currently accepting new patients.