Why this colorectal surgeon takes a daily fiber supplement. | Novant Health
Dr. Wii Sun He spends his workday talking about topics that most people actively avoid. As a colorectal surgeon, he talks about and treats “toilet problems.” He treats diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, anorectal disease, colon cancer, and rectal cancer. He is trained to use his da Vinci robot in surgeries, but we spoke […]
New surgeon specializing in minimally invasive colorectal surgery
Dr. Bogdan Plotiniak, a fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon, is a strong supporter of robotics and other minimally invasive techniques. “Almost any colectomy or rectal prolapse surgery can be performed this way,” he says. “Compared to open surgery, it means less pain, fewer complications and a faster recovery.” Dr. Plotiniak came to Lehigh Valley Physicians Group (LVPG) […]
KGMU surgeon wins award for groundbreaking rectal prolapse surgery
Innovative surgical technique for rectal prolapse wins KGMU Surgeon’s Best Research Paper Award A breakthrough surgical technique to treat rectal prolapse developed by Professor Abhijit Chandra of King George’s Medical University (KGMU) has won international recognition and won the prestigious Best Research Paper Award. did. Rectal prolapse is a disease in which part of the […]
Diagnostic Accuracy of Hyperbilirubinemia in Predicting Cureus Appendicitis and Appendiceal Perforation Background All diagnostic tools that can help identify appendicitis are of great importance to the emergency general surgeon.
Diagnostic Accuracy of Hyperbilirubinemia in Predicting Cureus Appendicitis and Appendiceal Perforation Background All diagnostic tools that can help identify appendicitis are of great importance to the emergency general surgeon.
Colorectal surgeon S. Thomas Kang, MD, joins UAMS
View larger image November 7, 2023 | Dr. Thomas Kang, a fellowship-trained, board-certified surgeon, has joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) as an assistant professor in the department of colorectal surgery. Dr. Kang treats patients with colon, rectal, and anal cancer. He offers colon cancer surveillance through colonoscopy and performs minimally invasive […]
George Piano sues surgeon over botched appendectomy
George Piano and wife Betsy Piano appear in interview after filing lawsuit against University of Washington Northwest Medical Center and two surgeons (KIRO/Screen Capture) About a year after going to the emergency room with appendicitis and being discharged from the hospital with part of his colon removed, a Washington state man has filed a medical […]
UPMC welcomes colorectal surgeon Amy Curry, DO, FACS | Health
UPMC welcomes Amy Curry, DO, FACS, to the colorectal surgery team in Williamsport. Dr. Currie specializes in laparoscopic and robotic surgery of the colon, intestines, and appendix, as well as anal and rectal disorders. Dr. Curry earned his medical degree and completed his general surgery residency at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia. […]
10 Questions with Lehigh Valley Health Network Colorectal Surgeon Bogdan Plotiniak, MD Learn more about Ironman triathletes and their advice for those considering becoming a doctor. April 6, 2023
10 Questions with Lehigh Valley Health Network Colorectal Surgeon Bogdan Plotiniak, MD Learn more about Ironman triathletes and their advice for those considering becoming a doctor. April 6, 2023
5 Things I’ll Never Do — Advice from a Colorectal Surgeon | Live Healthy
No one wants to discuss being “number two” or the body parts involved. However, in the following cases, Colorectal cancer increases among people under age 50I thought it might be a good time to start a conversation. Dr. Eric Grossman Following our “I’d Never” series, we turned to MU Health Care colorectal surgeons. Dr. Eric […]