The Colorectal Surgery team at Episcopal Health Services provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for a wide range of colorectal and gastrointestinal conditions. Led by board certified colorectal surgeons with specialized expertise in disorders of the colon, rectum, and gastrointestinal tract, the team is dedicated to delivering exceptional clinical outcomes while enhancing patient comfort, recovery, and long-term quality of life.
Comprehensive, Individualized Treatment Planning
Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan developed through a comprehensive clinical evaluation that considers symptoms, medical history, diagnostic imaging, pathology findings, lifestyle factors, and individual treatment goals.
The colorectal surgery team takes a collaborative, evidence-based approach to care, working closely with specialists in pathology, radiology, gastroenterology, oncology, and radiation oncology to ensure patients receive the most appropriate and effective treatment recommendations.
Whenever clinically appropriate, physicians prioritize conservative and minimally invasive approaches, including nonsurgical and office-based procedures designed to reduce recovery time and avoid unnecessary surgery. Patients are actively involved throughout the decision-making process, ensuring that treatment plans align with their preferences, concerns, and long-term health goals.
Advanced Surgical and Diagnostic Capabilities
Through continued investment in innovative technologies and advanced surgical techniques, EHS offers patients access to cutting-edge colorectal care focused on precision, safety, and exceptional outcomes.
Advanced treatment capabilities include:
- Total mesorectal excision (TME)
- Transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS)
- Screening colonoscopy in a state-of-the-art endoscopy suite
- Routine Anoscopy for anal dysplasia and anal warts
- Advanced therapeutic procedures
These advanced technologies support earlier diagnosis, more targeted interventions, and enhanced surgical precision while helping to:
- Reduce operative time and hospital stays
- Minimize post-operative pain and complications
- Preserve healthy tissue and function
- Accelerate recovery and rehabilitation
- Improve long-term clinical outcomes
By emphasizing minimally invasive, patient-centered approaches, the program helps many patients return to normal daily activities more quickly with improved comfort and quality of life.
Conditions We Treat
The Colorectal Surgery team at EHS provides specialized evaluation and treatment for a broad range of colorectal and gastrointestinal conditions, including:
Colorectal Cancer & Polyps
Our multidisciplinary team at the EHS Cancer Center – including oncologists, radiation oncologists, hematologists, surgeons and support specialists – is dedicated to guiding you and your loved ones at every step. The EHS Cancer Center boasts a new Infusion Suite, as well as the TrueBeam® Linear Accelerator and PET-CT scan.
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Anal cancer
- Colon and rectal polyps
- Familial colorectal cancer syndromes
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Anorectal Conditions
- Hemorrhoids
- Anal fissures and fistulas
- Anorectal abscess
- Rectal prolapse
- Rectal spasm
- Rectocele
- Pruritis ani (anal itching)
- Pilonidal disease
Bowel & Digestive Disorders
- Chronic constipation
- Diverticulitis
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Pelvic pain
- Pelvic floor disorders
- Fecal incontinence
Schedule an Appointment
For more information about Colorectal Surgery services at EHS or to schedule a consultation, please call 718-EHS-DOCS (718-347-3627).
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