Colorectal Surgery

As leaders in minimally invasive techniques, our colorectal surgeons provide life-saving care for complex colorectal conditions.

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Problems that affect the lower digestive tract—like the colon and rectum—can significantly impact your physical and mental well-being. At Virtua, you can expect a team of highly trained and skilled surgeons devoted to treating complex colorectal conditions.

Types of Colorectal Surgery at Virtua

Our surgeons perform every type of colorectal surgery, including: 

  • Anorectal surgery
  • Colectomy
  • Coloanal anastomosis, a procedure that attaches the colon to the anus after the rectum is removed
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colostomy
  • Laparoscopic surgery
  • Proctectomy, a surgery that removes all or part of the rectum
  • Rectal prolapse surgery
  • Transanal endoscopic microsurgery
  • Urostomy, which involves using a tube created from your intestines to pass urine when your bladder has been removed or is not working properly.

Am I a Candidate for Colorectal Surgery?

If you've been experiencing a colorectal issue, our doctors and surgeons will develop the best treatment plan that works for you. Colorectal surgery could help if you've been diagnosed with any of these conditions:

Virtua Colorectal Surgeons

Skilled in robotic-assisted and minimally invasive techniques, our team of dedicated colorectal surgeons sets high standards for clinical quality and exceptional patient outcomes.

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Colorectal issues are significantly easier to treat when detected early, so we focus on getting you prioritized access to necessary screenings, surgical consultations, recovery resources, and so much more.

Colorectal Surgery at Virtua

While every colorectal surgery is different, here's how we'll approach your care:
  • Compassion, always: We know it can be a little awkward to talk about colorectal issues. But please know, we are here for you. Our colorectal specialists aim to create a space where you can talk about your symptoms in an honest, open environment.
  • Every detail explained: Rest assured, we will review every aspect of your surgery—both before, during, and after your procedure. That means answering every question, understanding your goals, walking you through the operation, and setting expectations for recovery.
  • Leaders in robotics and minimally invasive surgeries: Thanks to technological advances, our surgeons can perform complex procedures using smaller incisions and robotic-assisted technology. Through these techniques, you can expect less pain, less bleeding, and faster recovery times. But depending on your condition, traditional open surgery may be the best treatment option.

Benefits of Colorectal Surgery

  • Significant pain relief or complete elimination of symptoms affecting your lower digestive tract
  • Improved quality of life—both physically and mentally
  • With minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery, you can expect less pain, scarring, and faster recovery times
 

Virtua Colorectal Surgery Locations

Virtua offers convenient colorectal surgery locations in South Jersey.

View our colorectal surgery locations

The Virtua Difference for Colorectal Surgery

Devoted to colorectal health:

With other health systems, colorectal surgeons may also perform an array of other procedures. At Virtua, you'll connect with a team of surgeons that exclusively perform colorectal surgeries. This provides next-level expertise and experience.

Devoted to colorectal health:

With other health systems, colorectal surgeons may also perform an array of other procedures. At Virtua, you'll connect with a team of surgeons that exclusively perform colorectal surgeries. This provides next-level expertise and experience.

Nationally recognized care:

Virtua Voorhees Hospital was designated as a High Performing Hospital for performing Colon Cancer Surgery by U.S. News & World Report, five years in a row. 

Nationally recognized care:

Virtua Voorhees Hospital was designated as a High Performing Hospital for performing Colon Cancer Surgery by U.S. News & World Report, five years in a row. 

Optimized recovery:

Virtua uses Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) methods to help you bounce back faster after colorectal surgery. ERAS protocols used before and after surgery can shorten your length of time in the hospital and significantly minimize pain.

Optimized recovery:

Virtua uses Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) methods to help you bounce back faster after colorectal surgery. ERAS protocols used before and after surgery can shorten your length of time in the hospital and significantly minimize pain.

Trust your gut with trusted care:

With Virtua GI and Digestive Health, you have access to skilled gastroenterologists, surgeons, and specialists. Beyond colorectal surgery, we can provide nutritional guidance, solutions for common digestive issues, disease prevention, and so much more.

Trust your gut with trusted care:

With Virtua GI and Digestive Health, you have access to skilled gastroenterologists, surgeons, and specialists. Beyond colorectal surgery, we can provide nutritional guidance, solutions for common digestive issues, disease prevention, and so much more.