Oncology
Advanced Surgical Treatment for Colorectal Cancer with Oncologic Specialists
Board-certified surgical oncologists specializing in colorectal cancer treatment. Minimally invasive colectomy, rectal surgery, and metastatic disease management with curative intent.
94%
5-year survival for Stage II colon cancer post-surgery
850+
Colorectal cancer cases managed in past 5 years
87%
Sphincter preservation rate in rectal cancer
Key Capabilities
- •Sentinel lymph node mapping and D3 lymphadenectomy for complete staging
- •Total mesorectal excision (TME) for rectal cancer with nerve preservation
- •Laparoscopic and robotic colectomy for early and advanced cancers
- •Multidisciplinary tumor board review for complex cases
- •Hepatic resection for colorectal cancer liver metastases
- •Perioperative chemotherapy coordination with medical oncology
Why It Matters
Complete Oncologic Resection
Removing the tumor with adequate margins and regional lymph nodes ensures the best chance for cure. Our surgeons follow standardized oncologic principles for each cancer stage and location.
Functional Outcome Preservation
Advanced techniques like TME and nerve preservation maintain bowel continence and sexual function after rectal cancer surgery, critical for long-term quality of life.
Coordinated Multidisciplinary Care
Tumor board meetings with surgical oncology, medical oncology, gastroenterology, and pathology ensure comprehensive treatment planning and optimal staging accuracy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need both surgery and chemotherapy for colorectal cancer?
Surgery is the primary treatment for colorectal cancer. Adjuvant chemotherapy is recommended for Stage III colon cancer and some Stage II cancers. For rectal cancer, neoadjuvant chemoradiation is often given before surgery. Your oncology team will discuss your specific recommendations.
What is total mesorectal excision (TME)?
TME is the standard technique for rectal cancer surgery. It removes the rectum, tumor, and surrounding tissue (mesorectum) as a complete specimen, maximizing disease removal while attempting to preserve sphincter function and nerve function.
Will I need a colostomy?
Modern surgical techniques preserve bowel continuity in over 85% of rectal cancer cases. Colostomy is reserved for cancers very close to the anus or when sphincter preservation isn't oncologically safe. Your surgeon will discuss this during consultation.
Can surgery treat colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver?
Yes. Hepatic resection combined with colectomy can achieve cure in selected patients with colorectal liver metastases. If resection isn't immediately possible, neoadjuvant chemotherapy may shrink tumors for later surgery.