DIVISION OF COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY
Chief, Roberto Bergamaschi, MD, PhD

The Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery of Stony Brook's Department of Surgery is responsible for the care for patients with a wide range of diseases and disorders of the small bowel, colon, rectum, and anus. These include colon, rectal, and anal cancer, diverticulitis, familial polyposis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, ileoanal reservoir (J-pouch), colon polyps, incontinence, prolapse, anorectal abscess, fistula, fissure, and hemorrhoids.

Our colorectal faculty has broad expertise in the entire spectrum of colon and rectal surgical procedures, including minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopy) and other minimally invasive procedures for the treatment of colorectal diseases. They are skilled at performing sphincter-sparing surgery in the treatment of rectal cancer, which spares patients the inconvenience and emotional burden of a colostomy bag. They are also committed to performing colon cancer screening, and perform colonoscopy, among other diagnostic tests. For the management of fecal incontinence, treatment options include the new Secca procedure, artificial anal sphincter, and muscle transplant.

Our state-of-the-art Anorectal Physiology Laboratory provides advanced diagnostic capabilities, and serves as a strong educational resource for residents. Our new Clinical Skills Center offers residents essential training experience by means of surgical simulation of laparoscopic colorectal surgery.

Our residency program is designed to prepare the surgeon for the pursuit of an academic career in colon and rectal surgery equally as well as for private practice as a colon and rectal surgeon. The content of the educational experience is directed toward fulfilling the requirements of the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. Residents gain operative experience through a large volume of diverse surgical procedures, including reconstructive anorectal surgery, surgery for inflammatory bowel disease, emergency colon resections, ambulatory anorectal surgery, and all aspects of office and endoscopic procedures.

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