Colon/ Rectal Surgery

The Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center has committed, experienced and board-certified surgeons, who specialize in the treatment of diseases and disorders of the colon, rectum and anus.

Colon and rectal surgeons typically treat the following areas of the gastrointestinal tract:

• Small intestine
• Large intestine or colon
• Rectum- the end of the large intestine
• Anus-the end of the intestinal tract where the sphincter muscle opens and closes the rectum to outside of the body

Our colon and rectal surgeons are the most experienced team in the Washington, D.C. area, and are known nationally for their expertise. This team provides comprehensive care in the diagnosis and treatment of the following diseases:

• Benign tumors of the colon and rectum
• Cancers of the anus, rectum & colon
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Infectious disease of the colon/bowel
• Anal/rectal conditions
• Pelvic floor disorders

Our cutting-edge surgical techniques and procedures include:

• Abdominal surgery
• Minimally invasive surgery
• Endoscopic surgery
• Anal/rectal procedures
• Anal/rectal physiology

We have several convenient locations and hours for our patients, and have numerous visitor support services. Further, we are active in research that increases surgical effectiveness in the treatment of disease and reduces post-operative complications and recovery time.

Main Phone Number: 202-877-8484
See a list of our convenient locations & hours