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Christina Cheng, MD, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.
Born in New York and raised in New Jersey, Dr. Cheng’s passion for medicine began at age 12 when her father passed away from terminal cancer. Her grandfather, a general surgeon in Taiwan, inspired her interest in surgery.
Dr. Cheng obtained her bachelor of arts from Barnard College, Columbia University in New York City, before earning her medical doctorate at Rutgers University’s Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS) in New Jersey. During medical school, Dr. Cheng worked as a scholar researcher at the Crohn’s and Colitis Center of New Jersey, RWJMS.
Dr. Cheng continued her general residency at RWJMS and earned multiple achievements, including the Certificate of Excellence in Teaching, the Recognition of Outstanding Accomplishment in Women’s Health award, and the 2017 Outstanding Laparoendoscopic Resident Award.
After finishing her residency, Dr. Cheng completed her Colorectal Surgery fellowship at the Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic in Seattle, Washington, where she trained in all aspects of colon and rectal physiology and surgery, including anorectal surgery, abdominal surgery, and endoscopy.
Dr. Cheng also received extensive training in advanced laparoscopic procedures, including Transanal Minimally Invasive Surgery (TAMIS) and robotic surgery. She specializes in diagnosing and treating colon cancer, anal pain, Crohn’s disease, and other disorders affecting the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Along with her training, Dr. Cheng has co-authored several published papers and belongs to multiple professional organizations, including the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, Medical Society of Virginia, and Chesapeake Colorectal Society.
In her spare time, Dr. Cheng enjoys running, cooking, skiing, and traveling around the world.
“Dr Cheng performed my colon surgery. I highly recommend her. She was thorough in explaining the procedure in my initial consultation and what to expect post surgery. ”
Christina Cheng, MD
Colorectal Surgeon
1800 N. Beauregard St
Ste 310
Alexandria, VA 22311
Christina Cheng, MD, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.
Born in New York and raised in New Jersey, Dr. Cheng’s passion for medicine began at age 12 when her father passed away from terminal cancer. Her grandfather, a general surgeon in Taiwan, inspired her interest in surgery.
Dr. Cheng obtained her bachelor of arts from Barnard College, Columbia University in New York City, before earning her medical doctorate at Rutgers University’s Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS) in New Jersey. During medical school, Dr. Cheng worked as a scholar researcher at the Crohn’s and Colitis Center of New Jersey, RWJMS.
Dr. Cheng continued her general residency at RWJMS and earned multiple achievements, including the Certificate of Excellence in Teaching, the Recognition of Outstanding Accomplishment in Women’s Health award, and the 2017 Outstanding Laparoendoscopic Resident Award.
After finishing her residency, Dr. Cheng completed her Colorectal Surgery fellowship at the Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic in Seattle, Washington, where she trained in all aspects of colon and rectal physiology and surgery, including anorectal surgery, abdominal surgery, and endoscopy.
Dr. Cheng also received extensive training in advanced laparoscopic procedures, including Transanal Minimally Invasive Surgery (TAMIS) and robotic surgery. She specializes in diagnosing and treating colon cancer, anal pain, Crohn’s disease, and other disorders affecting the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Along with her training, Dr. Cheng has co-authored several published papers and belongs to multiple professional organizations, including the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, Medical Society of Virginia, and Chesapeake Colorectal Society.
In her spare time, Dr. Cheng enjoys running, cooking, skiing, and traveling around the world.
“Dr Cheng performed my colon surgery. I highly recommend her. She was thorough in explaining the procedure in my initial consultation and what to expect post surgery. ”
Robert Campbell, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified general and colorectal surgeon at Tri-City Colo-Rectal Surgery in Gilbert, Arizona. He joined the practice in 2004, has more than two decades of experience, and is highly skilled in minimally invasive gastrointestinal procedures.
Dr. Campbell received his bachelor’s degree at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana, and his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. He completed his general surgery training at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis.
Dr. Campbell also completed specialty training in colorectal surgery at the Colon and Rectal Clinic of Orlando in Florida. He maintains his advanced medical credentials with continuing education and uses the latest technological advances and procedures to ensure superior patient outcomes and a better quality of life.
In his free time, Dr. Campbell enjoys staying active and spending time with his friends and family. He compassionately welcomes new and existing patients to Tri-City Colo-Rectal Surgery and looks forward to exceeding their expectations.
Schedule an evaluation with Dr. Campbell at Tri-City Colo-Rectal Surgery by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.
Lawrence Stern, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.
Dr. Stern knew he wanted to pursue a career in medicine since adolescence. His first job was as an emergency medical technician (EMT) at age 16. After realizing that EMTs couldn’t establish long-term relationships with their patients, he decided to become a doctor.
Dr. Stern earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. After graduation, he enrolled at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center in Charlottesville. There, Dr. Stern discovered a passion for the technical aspects of surgery and decided to pursue general surgical training.
After obtaining his medical degree, Dr. Stern completed a general surgery residency at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Cincinnati, Ohio. He excelled in the program, earning a National Institutes of Health National Research Service Award to conduct two years of specialty research.
Dr. Stern wanted to advance his skills in colon and rectal surgery, so he sought specialized training in the field. At the end of his residency, Dr. Stern moved to Boston, Massachusetts, and completed a Colon and Rectal Surgical Fellowship at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in Burlington, Massachusetts.
Since joining the team at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC, the practice has grown exponentially. Outside the office, Dr. Stern enjoys spending time with his wife and their two daughters.
Lawrence Stern, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.
Dr. Stern knew he wanted to pursue a career in medicine since adolescence. His first job was as an emergency medical technician (EMT) at age 16. After realizing that EMTs couldn’t establish long-term relationships with their patients, he decided to become a doctor.
Dr. Stern earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. After graduation, he enrolled at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center in Charlottesville. There, Dr. Stern discovered a passion for the technical aspects of surgery and decided to pursue general surgical training.
After obtaining his medical degree, Dr. Stern completed a general surgery residency at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Cincinnati, Ohio. He excelled in the program, earning a National Institutes of Health National Research Service Award to conduct two years of specialty research.
Dr. Stern wanted to advance his skills in colon and rectal surgery, so he sought specialized training in the field. At the end of his residency, Dr. Stern moved to Boston, Massachusetts, and completed a Colon and Rectal Surgical Fellowship at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in Burlington, Massachusetts.
Since joining the team at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC, the practice has grown exponentially. Outside the office, Dr. Stern enjoys spending time with his wife and their two daughters.
Rebekah Kim, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.
Raised in the greater New York City area, Dr. Kim’s interest in surgery began when she watched her sister undergo multiple procedures as a child. Her family’s trust in the surgeon that cared for her sister was the catalyst that pushed Dr. Kim into medicine. A longtime cellist and pianist, Dr. Kim’s discipline and attention to detail have made her an excellent colorectal surgeon.
After graduating magna cum laude from the College of New Jersey in Ewing Township, New Jersey, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Dr. Kim earned her medical doctorate from the prestigious Dartmouth Medical School in Hanover, New Hampshire.
Dr. Kim later completed her surgical residency at Columbia University, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital, in New York City, which drew her toward minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoscopy and robotic surgery. Her interests include the surgical intervention of anal cancer, rectal cancer, anal pain, and other conditions that affect the digestive tract.
Dr. Kim is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons. She is also a member of the Pan African Academy of Christian Surgeons (PAACS) and has helped train surgeons in Africa. She currently serves on the executive board of the Korean-American Medical Society of D.C. Maryland, and Virginia.
Fluent in English, Spanish, and Korean, Dr. Kim capably serves patients from all backgrounds. In her spare time, she still enjoys playing the piano and the cello.
Rebekah Kim, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.
Raised in the greater New York City area, Dr. Kim’s interest in surgery began when she watched her sister undergo multiple procedures as a child. Her family’s trust in the surgeon that cared for her sister was the catalyst that pushed Dr. Kim into medicine. A longtime cellist and pianist, Dr. Kim’s discipline and attention to detail have made her an excellent colorectal surgeon.
After graduating magna cum laude from the College of New Jersey in Ewing Township, New Jersey, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Dr. Kim earned her medical doctorate from the prestigious Dartmouth Medical School in Hanover, New Hampshire.
Dr. Kim later completed her surgical residency at Columbia University, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital, in New York City, which drew her toward minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoscopy and robotic surgery. Her interests include the surgical intervention of anal cancer, rectal cancer, anal pain, and other conditions that affect the digestive tract.
Dr. Kim is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons. She is also a member of the Pan African Academy of Christian Surgeons (PAACS) and has helped train surgeons in Africa. She currently serves on the executive board of the Korean-American Medical Society of D.C. Maryland, and Virginia.
Fluent in English, Spanish, and Korean, Dr. Kim capably serves patients from all backgrounds. In her spare time, she still enjoys playing the piano and the cello.
Our best-in-class Proctologist pride themselves on providing you highly personalized and comprehensive care before, after, and during your proctology treatment. The Proctology Institute of Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach's philosophy of direct Proctologist to Patient care at every visit has made us one of the most trusted and respected medical practices in Southern California.
Our best-in-class Proctologist pride themselves on providing you highly personalized and comprehensive care before, after, and during your proctology treatment. The Proctology Institute of Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach's philosophy of direct Proctologist to Patient care at every visit has made us one of the most trusted and respected medical practices in Southern California.
Our best-in-class Proctologist pride themselves on providing you highly personalized and comprehensive care before, after, and during your proctology treatment. The Proctology Institute of Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach's philosophy of direct Proctologist to Patient care at every visit has made us one of the most trusted and respected medical practices in Southern California.
John Tillou, MD, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC. He has wanted to be a surgeon since undergoing an operation in high school.
A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Dr. Tillou received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he made the Dean’s List, coached high school baseball, worked in a pathology lab, and volunteered at a free medical clinic.
During his undergraduate studies, he earned the Bioscience Undergraduate Research Mini-grant and received the Comprehensive Chemistry Award and Undergraduate Research Scholar award.
Dr. Tillou eventually returned home to attend medical school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he received the Dr. Graham Clark Scholarship and the Charles & Bernice McKay Scholarship.
After graduation, Dr. Tillou completed his general surgery residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. He completed an additional colorectal surgery fellowship at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C.
While completing his training, Dr. Tillou co-authored several book chapters and papers. He also received the highest score on the annual colorectal training exam.
Dr. Tillou has undergone advanced training in minimally invasive, robotic, and transanal colon and rectal surgery techniques. He has a particular interest in the treatment and management of colon cancer, anal pain, and anal cancer.
In addition, Dr. Tillou holds many professional affiliations, including the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, Medical Society of Virginia, and Chesapeake Colorectal Society.
Outside of work, Dr. Tillou enjoys hiking, skiing, playing guitar, and spending time with his family.
“Both Dr Tillou and his assistant were great. They both made an unpleasant exam and procedure as comfortable as possible. Dr Tillou was great at explaining everything before, during and after and what to expect and look out for and why. Front desk person was great too. I would definitely highly recommend Dr Tillou and his team.”
John Tillou, MD
Colorectal Surgeon
3700 Joseph Siewick Dr
Ste 202
Fairfax, VA 22033
5.0(9)
5.0
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John Tillou, MD
Colorectal Surgeon
5.0(9)
7051 Heathcote Village Way
Ste 135
Gainesville, VA 20155
John Tillou, MD, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC. He has wanted to be a surgeon since undergoing an operation in high school.
A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Dr. Tillou received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he made the Dean’s List, coached high school baseball, worked in a pathology lab, and volunteered at a free medical clinic.
During his undergraduate studies, he earned the Bioscience Undergraduate Research Mini-grant and received the Comprehensive Chemistry Award and Undergraduate Research Scholar award.
Dr. Tillou eventually returned home to attend medical school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he received the Dr. Graham Clark Scholarship and the Charles & Bernice McKay Scholarship.
After graduation, Dr. Tillou completed his general surgery residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. He completed an additional colorectal surgery fellowship at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C.
While completing his training, Dr. Tillou co-authored several book chapters and papers. He also received the highest score on the annual colorectal training exam.
Dr. Tillou has undergone advanced training in minimally invasive, robotic, and transanal colon and rectal surgery techniques. He has a particular interest in the treatment and management of colon cancer, anal pain, and anal cancer.
In addition, Dr. Tillou holds many professional affiliations, including the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, Medical Society of Virginia, and Chesapeake Colorectal Society.
Outside of work, Dr. Tillou enjoys hiking, skiing, playing guitar, and spending time with his family.
“Both Dr Tillou and his assistant were great. They both made an unpleasant exam and procedure as comfortable as possible. Dr Tillou was great at explaining everything before, during and after and what to expect and look out for and why. Front desk person was great too. I would definitely highly recommend Dr Tillou and his team.”
John Tillou, MD
Colorectal Surgeon
7051 Heathcote Village Way
Ste 135
Gainesville, VA 20155
John Tillou, MD, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC. He has wanted to be a surgeon since undergoing an operation in high school.
A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Dr. Tillou received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he made the Dean’s List, coached high school baseball, worked in a pathology lab, and volunteered at a free medical clinic.
During his undergraduate studies, he earned the Bioscience Undergraduate Research Mini-grant and received the Comprehensive Chemistry Award and Undergraduate Research Scholar award.
Dr. Tillou eventually returned home to attend medical school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he received the Dr. Graham Clark Scholarship and the Charles & Bernice McKay Scholarship.
After graduation, Dr. Tillou completed his general surgery residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. He completed an additional colorectal surgery fellowship at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C.
While completing his training, Dr. Tillou co-authored several book chapters and papers. He also received the highest score on the annual colorectal training exam.
Dr. Tillou has undergone advanced training in minimally invasive, robotic, and transanal colon and rectal surgery techniques. He has a particular interest in the treatment and management of colon cancer, anal pain, and anal cancer.
In addition, Dr. Tillou holds many professional affiliations, including the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, Medical Society of Virginia, and Chesapeake Colorectal Society.
Outside of work, Dr. Tillou enjoys hiking, skiing, playing guitar, and spending time with his family.
“Both Dr Tillou and his assistant were great. They both made an unpleasant exam and procedure as comfortable as possible. Dr Tillou was great at explaining everything before, during and after and what to expect and look out for and why. Front desk person was great too. I would definitely highly recommend Dr Tillou and his team.”
John Tillou, MD
Colorectal Surgeon
2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031
5.0(9)
5.0
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Dr. Anna Kata
Colorectal Surgeon
5.0(1)
7051 Heathcote Village Way
Ste 135
Gainesville, VA 20155
Anna Kata, MD, MAS, is a board-certified general surgeon and board-eligible colorectal surgeon-October 2024 and proctologist at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC. She serves patients in and around Fairfax, Gainesville, and Lansdowne, Virginia, operating out of FCRS’s Fairfax - Merrifield, Fairfax – Gainesville/Haymarket, and Lansdowne - Loudoun offices.
Born and raised in northern New Jersey, Dr. Kata recognized her passion for medicine early on while volunteering in the surgical wards of her local hospital. She saw firsthand the impact a thoughtful and well-trained physician could have on the lives of their patients. With this goal in mind, she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biology at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut.
After graduation, Dr. Kata moved and enrolled at the University of California, San Francisco’s School of Medicine. There, she cemented her desire to become a surgeon and subsequently completed her surgical training at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC.
Wanting further expertise, Dr. Kata pursued a Colon and Rectal Surgical Fellowship at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in Burlington, Massachusetts. Her training included all aspects of anorectal and abdominal surgery and endoscopy.
During her clinical training, Dr. Kata developed an interest in the issues surrounding the care of older adults undergoing surgery. To further study this topic, she obtained a master’s in Clinical Research at her alma mater, the University of California, San Francisco. She has authored several publications and presented her research at national meetings.
When she isn’t at work, Dr. Kata enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and is an avid backpacker and gardener.
“I now have had a couple of appointments with Dr. Kuta. Never have I felt rushed during my appointment. I have felt completely comfortable to ask any questions or address any concerns I may have. ”
Dr. Anna Kata
Colorectal Surgeon
7051 Heathcote Village Way
Ste 135
Gainesville, VA 20155
Anna Kata, MD, MAS, is a board-certified general surgeon and board-eligible colorectal surgeon-October 2024 and proctologist at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC. She serves patients in and around Fairfax, Gainesville, and Lansdowne, Virginia, operating out of FCRS’s Fairfax - Merrifield, Fairfax – Gainesville/Haymarket, and Lansdowne - Loudoun offices.
Born and raised in northern New Jersey, Dr. Kata recognized her passion for medicine early on while volunteering in the surgical wards of her local hospital. She saw firsthand the impact a thoughtful and well-trained physician could have on the lives of their patients. With this goal in mind, she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biology at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut.
After graduation, Dr. Kata moved and enrolled at the University of California, San Francisco’s School of Medicine. There, she cemented her desire to become a surgeon and subsequently completed her surgical training at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC.
Wanting further expertise, Dr. Kata pursued a Colon and Rectal Surgical Fellowship at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in Burlington, Massachusetts. Her training included all aspects of anorectal and abdominal surgery and endoscopy.
During her clinical training, Dr. Kata developed an interest in the issues surrounding the care of older adults undergoing surgery. To further study this topic, she obtained a master’s in Clinical Research at her alma mater, the University of California, San Francisco. She has authored several publications and presented her research at national meetings.
When she isn’t at work, Dr. Kata enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and is an avid backpacker and gardener.
“I now have had a couple of appointments with Dr. Kuta. Never have I felt rushed during my appointment. I have felt completely comfortable to ask any questions or address any concerns I may have. ”
Anna Kata, MD, MAS, is a board-certified general surgeon and board-eligible colorectal surgeon-October 2024 and proctologist at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC. She serves patients in and around Fairfax, Gainesville, and Lansdowne, Virginia, operating out of FCRS’s Fairfax - Merrifield, Fairfax – Gainesville/Haymarket, and Lansdowne - Loudoun offices.
Born and raised in northern New Jersey, Dr. Kata recognized her passion for medicine early on while volunteering in the surgical wards of her local hospital. She saw firsthand the impact a thoughtful and well-trained physician could have on the lives of their patients. With this goal in mind, she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biology at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut.
After graduation, Dr. Kata moved and enrolled at the University of California, San Francisco’s School of Medicine. There, she cemented her desire to become a surgeon and subsequently completed her surgical training at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC.
Wanting further expertise, Dr. Kata pursued a Colon and Rectal Surgical Fellowship at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in Burlington, Massachusetts. Her training included all aspects of anorectal and abdominal surgery and endoscopy.
During her clinical training, Dr. Kata developed an interest in the issues surrounding the care of older adults undergoing surgery. To further study this topic, she obtained a master’s in Clinical Research at her alma mater, the University of California, San Francisco. She has authored several publications and presented her research at national meetings.
When she isn’t at work, Dr. Kata enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and is an avid backpacker and gardener.
“I now have had a couple of appointments with Dr. Kuta. Never have I felt rushed during my appointment. I have felt completely comfortable to ask any questions or address any concerns I may have. ”
Farshid Araghizadeh, MD, MBA, FASCRS,is a board certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon with Texas Digestive Disease Consultants (TDDC) & The GI Alliance (TGIA), the largest digestive diseases practice in the world. Dr. Araghizadeh’s practice is in Fort Worth, Texas, and focuses on minimally invasive and robotic approaches to all colorectal disorders including colon and rectal cancer, colon polyps, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis), diverticulitis, as well as complex hernia repairs and abdominal wall reconstruction. Dr. Araghizadeh also expertly treats all anorectal conditions including rectal prolapse, hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, rectocele, and other conditions.
Dr. Araghizadeh earned his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and was elected to the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honor society. He completed General Surgery training at the University of Texas Southwestern/Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas and completed his Colon and Rectal Surgery fellowship at the Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. He also completed a Masters Program in Business Management (MBA) from the University of Texas, Dallas, Naveen Jindal School of Management with a special focus on improving the quality and efficiency of the delivery of surgical care.
Prior to joining TDDC/TGIA in January 2019, Dr. Araghizadeh served as Professor and Chief of Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery at his alma mater, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, for more than a decade, from 2008-2019.
Dr. Araghizadeh is an active member (Diplomate) of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, and the Society of Surgery of the Alimentary Tract.
In addition to his surgical practice, Dr. Araghizadeh serves on the Medical City - Alliance Hospital Robotic Surgery, Surgical Advisory, and Professional Practice Evaluation Committees. He is an associate examiner for the American Board of Surgery Certifying (Oral) Examination. Dr. Araghizadeh is also a past President of the Texas Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.
Voted by his peers as a seven-time D Magazine Best Doctor (2011-2017), Dr. Araghizadeh has authored several textbook chapters and a number of academic papers, and he has presented scores of invited and teaching lectures, presentations, and abstracts, nationally and internationally, and has served on many national committees dedicated to setting the standard of care for colon and rectal disorders.
Dr. Araghizadeh welcomes new patients to his private practice.
Board-certified colorectal surgeon Ren yu Zhang, MD, has dedicated his medical career to helping patients suffering from conditions affecting the colon, rectum, and anus. At his practice in Las Vegas, Nevada, he prides himself on putting his patients first, taking the time to listen to their concerns and goals before offering an individualized treatment plan.
Dr. Zhang hails from the east coast. He graduated from the University of Rochester, majoring in Electrical Engineering and Developmental Biology. He then went on to earn his medical degree at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. Subsequently, he completed his general surgery training at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester under internationally renowned surgeons, including Dr. Seymour Schwartz.
During his general surgery residency, he spent a year completing fellowship research at Cleveland Clinic, focusing on surgical outcomes in colorectal surgery. Under the guidance of Dr. Victor Fazio, his research projects were presented at various national conferences. Before joining Nevada Surgery and Cancer Care, he completed his fellowship training in colorectal surgery in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Focusing on the care and protection of your colon and rectal health, Dr. Zhang is committed to delivering the highest quality in comprehensive specialty care. Interested in both benign and malignant conditions of the colon and the rectum, he provides management and treatment of a wide range of conditions such as anorectal fistula, abscesses, anal fissure, hemorrhoids, anal/colon/rectal cancers, bowel incontinence, rectal prolapse, diverticular disease, colostomy/ileostomy, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis.
Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, Dr. Zhang offers minimally invasive robot/laparoscopic colon and rectal resection to help you with faster recovery and lesser pain in addition to comprehensive care in the cancer field ranging from a screening colonoscopy to a therapeutic colonoscopic polyp removal. Sensitive to your anxieties and concerns with anorectal or colorectal disease, Dr. Zhang will work closely with you to alleviate any physical and emotional stress to achieve the best outcomes for you. He also provides comprehensive care in the field of maintaining colon and rectal health, ranging from screening colonoscopies to therapeutic colonoscopic polyp removal.
Since he completed his training, Dr. Zhang has been in practice in Las Vegas. He looks forward to continuing to provide individualized care to the people of our community.
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