Our Technology and Expertise

Our division offers advanced, clinical treatment options for colon and rectal disorders that include:

• Bowel conserving surgery for Crohn’s disease.
• Colonoscopy.
• Ileal-anal (Pelvic) J-pouch surgery.
• Minimally invasive colon and rectal surgery, such as laparoscopy and robotics.
• Re-operative abdominal and pelvic surgery.
• Sacral nerve stimulator for fecal incontinence.
• Sphincter-preserving surgery (SPS) for rectal cancer.
• Transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM).
• Transanal excision of rectal tumors.

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Minimally invasive surgery techniques are often used in the treatment of conditions of the colon and rectum. Using minimally invasive colorectal surgery, our surgeons apply these advanced technologies to:

• Avoid large incisions.
• Lessen trauma to the body.
• Preserve colorectal structure and function by allowing less manipulation of the bowel. This leads to a quicker return of bowel function.
• Minimize the effect of surgery on the immune system.

Learn more about the benefits of robotic-assisted colorectal surgery from Kellie E. Cunningham, MD, UPMC Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery.