Colon and Rectal Surgery Program

Commonly Treated Colorectal Conditions

Our colon and rectal surgeons at The University of Vermont Medical Center study, diagnosis and treat colorectal surgery conditions:

• Anal fissure and anal fistula
• Colorectal cancer (colon or rectal cancer)
• Crohn's disease
• Diverticulitis
• Fecal incontinence
• Hemorrhoids
• Ulcerative colitis

Colon and Rectal Surgery Screening and Procedures

Screening and diagnostic procedures, such as a Colonoscopy, are key tools for determining the best corrective course. Learn more about colon and rectal screening in our Health Library: Colorectal Cancer Test Recommendations.

Surgical Forms of Treatment

• Laparoscopic and robotic colon and rectal procedures
• open surgery
• anorectal operations
• therapeutic colonoscopy
• transanal endoscopic microsurgery

Our Colon and Rectal Surgeons

Researchers and Academic Practitioners Working in affiliation with the University of Vermont, our surgeons are researchers and educators providing patients with leading-edge treatments and resources.

The UVM Medical Center colon and rectal surgeons team with:

• Gastroenterology (GI) specialists in digestive disease care
• Medical and Radiation Oncologists
• Urology and urogynecology experts, working in Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (formerly known as the Continence Center)

Consultation at The UVM Medical Center

Contact the surgical team at The University of Vermont Medical Center at 802-847-1288 and we'll help determine if you're a candidate for colon and rectal surgery. Or call General Surgery at The UVM Medical Center to schedule an appointment 800-639-2480.