Colorectal Surgery at Hackensack Meridian Health
Advanced Colorectal Surgery in New Jersey
Hackensack Meridian Health colorectal surgeons are among the most experienced in the region. Our team performs the highest volume of robotic and minimally invasive colorectal surgeries in New Jersey.
We offer treatment for a full range of conditions – from colon and rectal cancer to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and diverticulitis. Hackensack Meridian Health colorectal surgeons use minimally invasive techniques whenever possible, which means faster recovery times and fewer complications.
Colon and Rectal Conditions We Treat
- Colon cancer: Colon cancer develops in the colon, the largest part of the intestine. Early detection through routine screenings like colonoscopies is essential for prevention and treatment.
- Rectal cancer: This colorectal cancer is located in the rectum, the last section of the large intestine.
- Rectal Polyps: These abnormal growths along the rectum's lining are common among people over 50.
- Diverticulitis: Diverticulitis occurs when the small pouches (diverticula) in the large intestine (colon) lining are inflamed or infected.
- Crohn’s disease: This chronic form of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) causes inflammation of the digestive tract.
- Ulcerative colitis: Another form of IBD, ulcerative colitis causes chronic sores and inflammation along the large intestine and rectum.
- Hemorrhoids: Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus and lower rectum that cause extreme itching and pain, especially with bowel movements.
- Anal fissure: A small tear in the lining of the anus.
- Anal condyloma: Also known as anal warts, anal condyloma is caused by human papillomavirus and is generally spread through sexual contact.
Colon and Rectal Procedures We Perform
If you’ve been diagnosed with colorectal cancer, our surgeons are among the most experienced in the region. Your team will create a personalized plan to treat your cancer.
We aim to give you the best possible outcomes. Hackensack Meridian Health colorectal surgeons also perform colonoscopies, an important tool in preventing colorectal cancer.
We understand that inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, are not only uncomfortable but can limit your daily activities. Irritable bowel diseases are complex and challenging to treat.
Hackensack Meridian Health's expertise in treating Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis is unmatched in New Jersey. You benefit from a team of colorectal surgeons working closely with your gastroenterologist to provide the best approach to managing your condition.
At Hackensack Meridian Health, we understand the challenges of living with an ostomy and provide a team of nurses & therapists who meet with you in the clinic to help care for your stoma, pouch and surrounding skin.
Benefits of Robotic and Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery
Our expert colorectal surgeons perform robotic and minimally invasive colorectal procedures with outstanding results. Benefits of robotic and minimally invasive colorectal surgery include:
- Faster recovery: Those who have minimally invasive procedures recover faster than those who have traditional open procedures.
- Greater visualization and control: Robotic surgery offers surgeons a better view of the surgical area. The robot used during procedures also provides an increased range of motion and greater stability.
- Less pain: The smaller incisions made during minimally invasive colorectal surgery mean less pain and a reduced need for pain medication.
- Lower complication rates: In many cases, minimally invasive colorectal procedures decrease complications such as hernias, infection and bleeding.
- Shorter hospital stays: Many minimally invasive colorectal procedures are performed on an outpatient basis with no need for an overnight hospital stay.
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Why Choose Hackensack Meridian Health for Colorectal Surgery?
- Experience: Hackensack Meridian Health surgeons are among the most experienced in the region, performing the highest volume of robotic and minimally invasive colorectal surgeries in New Jersey each year.
- Nationally Ranked: U.S. News & World Report ranked Hackensack University Medical Center as “ Top Performing” hospital for colorectal cancer surgery in 2025.
- Highly Rated: Rated by U.S. News & World Report as “High Performing” hospitals for colorectal cancer surgery are Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Ocean University Medical Center and Riverview Medical Center.
- Leaders: Other colorectal surgeons turn to us for the latest in robotic and minimally invasive surgery. In fact, Howard Ross, M.D., chair of Surgery and surgeon-in-chief, Hackensack University Medical Center, wrote two of the most widely accepted textbooks on it. Our colorectal surgeons are pioneers in the latest techniques and publish their research in leading, peer-reviewed journals.
Recent Innovations in Colorectal Surgery
Read about breakthroughs in colorectal surgery and gastroenterology happening at Hackensack Meridian Health.
