Colorectal Program

A Program, Not Just a Doctor

The colorectal program at Buffalo General Medical Center and Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital brings together a multidisciplinary team of experts who review each patient's condition and recommend the best tailored treatment for the individual. The program offers innovative diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy and expert surgeons in two locations.

In new, state-of-the-art endoscopic suites and renovated operating rooms, dedicated teams of board certified gastroenterologists, medical and radiation oncologists, and colorectal surgeons diagnose and treat patients to optimize quality outcomes and restore health.

Our Unique Approach

Hundreds of colorectal surgeries and procedures are performed each year at Buffalo General Medical Center and Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. The program is defined by quality and patient satisfaction and hinges on the expertise of its board certified gastroenterologists and surgeons.

Having a program rather than a single doctor gives every patient a team of professionals who evaluate the case together and determine the best care pathway for that individual. We leverage cutting-edge robotic assisted technology to provide far greater precision, flexibility and control than the human hand alone.

Robotic Assisted Surgery Benefits

Greater precision and control

Improved accuracy, steadiness and control when making incisions and manipulating soft tissue.
Fewer infections

Reduced post-operative and colon soft tissue infections.
Fewer complications

A lower rate of complications overall.
Gentler on the body

Less blood loss, scarring and pain, with smaller incisions.
Faster recovery

Shorter time spent in the hospital and a quicker general recovery.

Conditions We Treat

The colorectal team is highly specialized in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of diseases and conditions, including:

Colorectal cancer

Coordinated diagnosis and treatment by surgeons, gastroenterologists and oncologists.

Inflammatory bowel disease

Care for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, from diagnosis through surgery.

Diverticulitis

Evaluation and treatment for acute and recurrent diverticular disease.

Chronic constipation

Workup and surgical options for persistent, treatment-resistant constipation.

Anorectal diseases

Treatment for hemorrhoids, fistulas and related anorectal conditions.

Screening and prevention

Screening colonoscopy and early detection to find problems before they advance.

Procedures Performed

Ileoanal pouch

Restorative surgery that preserves natural function after removal of the colon and rectum.
Bowel resection and stricturoplasty

Removal of diseased bowel segments and widening of narrowed sections.
Rectal surgery for rectal cancer

With or without a permanent colostomy, including colonic pouch reconstruction.
Stomas

Creation of an ileostomy or colostomy when needed.
Surgery for chronic constipation

Surgical treatment when conservative measures are not enough.
Anorectal surgery

Hemorrhoidectomy, anal sphincter repair and fistulectomy.
Screening colonoscopy

Diagnostic and preventive endoscopy in dedicated suites.

Why Choose Us

Our physicians, nurses and technicians are among the best trained and most skilled in Western New York. We pride ourselves on the restoration of health and on compassionate care driven by best-practice collaboration across every specialty involved in your treatment.

Colorectal Surgeons

Our board certified colorectal surgeons see patients at 1150 Youngs Road, Williamsville, NY 14221. To make an appointment, please call (716) 636-9004.

Board certified colorectal surgeon.