Jonathan Efron is a Colorectal Surgeon in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Efron is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

"A colorectal surgeon, Dr. Bafford specializes in the treatment of colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and benign diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. ""These diseases are very treatable. The surgeries I perform are effective at curing cancer or treating colitis, which allows my patients back to the quality of life they want to have. It's very rewarding to see that type of recovery with so many of my patients,"" she says. Dr. Bafford's special interests include laparoscopic and robotic minimally invasive surgery, approaches that are associated with less pain and a faster recovery. Treatments she offers include surgical treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, sphincter-sparing surgery and organ preservation for rectal cancer, surgery for anorectal disorders, minimally invasive surgery for diverticulitis, treatment of rectal prolapse, and screening and therapeutic colonoscopy. Dr. Bafford has authored or co-authored numerous publications in leading peer-reviewed scientific journals and textbooks. Her research interests are in the pathophysiology of colorectal cancer, disparities in colorectal surgery and the surgical management of inflammatory bowel disease. Her passion and dedication have earned her a consistent spot on Baltimore magazine's ""Top Doctor"" lists for colon and rectal surgery. Videos Andrea Chao Bafford M.D.Colorectal Surgeon Research Summary Dr. Bafford's research has largely focused on IBD. Utilizing institutional databases and the NSQIP IBD, she has investigated perioperative outcomes in IBD patients as they relate to sex, immunosuppressive medical therapy, trauma, preoperative drainage of abscesses, and fecal diversion. She has also published on the microbiota of perianal Crohn’s disease with the help of an intramural grant. In addition, through interdepartmental collaboration, Dr. Bafford has contributed towards intestinal organoid preparation and 3D colon cancer organoid development used to study immune responses to intestinal infections, intestinal immunity, and colon cancer pathogenesis.". Dr. Bafford is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Dr. John Migaly is a distinguished colorectal surgeon and Chief of the Division of Colorectal Surgery/Ravitch Division at Johns Hopkins Medicine. He specializes in the treatment of colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and other benign and complex colorectal conditions. Dr. Migaly is committed to providing advanced, patient-centered care, often using minimally invasive techniques including laparoscopic and robotic surgery, to help reduce recovery time and improve outcomes. Dr. Migaly comes to Johns Hopkins Medicine from the Duke University School of Medicine, serving from 2008-2024 on the surgery faculty treating patients primarily through the Duke Cancer Institute. He was elevated to Program Director of the General Surgery Residency in 2012, and subsequently served as Vice Chair of Education until 2024. His work was critical to the success of the undergraduate, graduate, and continuing medical education missions at Duke Surgery. Dr. Migaly earned his B.A. in Biochemistry from New York University and his medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine. He completed surgical residency and a research fellowship at Temple University Health Sciences Center, and colorectal surgery fellowship at Cleveland Clinic Florida. Dr. Migaly’s career has been marked not only by a complex and high-volume clinical colon and rectal surgery practice, but also a commitment to research and education, supported by greater than 200 publications, book chapters, and presentations. His research is centered around improving practice patterns and outcomes in colorectal cancer care and recovery. His leadership and dedication to advancing the field of colorectal surgery is evident through his service on committees that shape how colorectal care is delivered nationally, via his past and present service on the Program Committee, the Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee and the Diversity and Inclusion Committee of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Videos John Migaly, M.D.Chief of Colorectal Surgery"". Dr. Migaly is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Anal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

James Zalucki is a Colorectal Surgeon in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dr. Zalucki is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Proctitis, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery.

Fellowship trained in both colon and rectal surgery, Dr. Somerville has been in practice since 2005. He specializes in colorectal cancer, diverticular disease and IBD, and is an advanced laparoscopic/minimally invasive surgeon with extensive experience treating a broad range of anorectal diseases, as well. www.somsurgery.com. Dr. Somerville is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Small Bowel Resection.

Tushar Samdani is a Colorectal Surgeon in Waldorf, Maryland. Dr. Samdani is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Secondary Peritonitis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

Francesco Grasso is a Colorectal Surgeon in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Grasso is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Genital Warts, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ureteroscopy.

Vincent Cifello is a Colorectal Surgeon in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Cifello is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy.

Dr. Vivek A. Patil is a colorectal surgeon affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and Suburban Hospital, where he serves as chairman of colorectal surgery, as well as Shady Grove Adventist Hospital and Holy Cross Hospital. He practices out of Colorectal Surgery of Maryland and Washington, D.C., located in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Patil has an expertise minimally-invasive surgery, including laparoscopy and robotic surgery, to treat benign and malignant conditions of the colon and rectum. He has special interests in anorectal conditions, inflammatory bowel disease and pelvic floor disorders. Dr. Patil earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in general surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital, where he participated in surgical research and received the John O. Vieta, M.D. Award for Surgical Excellence and Compassionate Care. Dr. Patil also completed a fellowship in colorectal surgery at Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Patil is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Dr. Patil has been consistently named one of Washingtonian Magazine’s Top Doctors. Dr. Patil is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Ileostomy.

Brian Bello is a Colorectal Surgeon in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Bello is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ureteroscopy.

Bradley Bennett is a Colorectal Surgeon in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Bennett is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Bindu Umapathi is a Colorectal Surgeon in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Umapathi is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Anal Fissure, Levator Syndrome, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

Irina Bernescu is a Colorectal Surgeon in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Bernescu is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Colonoscopy.

Ada Graham is a fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon in the National Capital Region, specializing in colon and rectal surgery. This includes colon cancer, rectal cancer, anal cancer, diverticulitis, crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, as well as such diseases as hemorrhoids and anal fissures. She is passionate about working with referring physicians to provide patients with the most effective treatment option. Dr. Graham's research focuses on inflammatory bowel disease and quality improvement initiatives such as ERAS, Enhanced Recovery After Surgery. She chose colon and rectal surgery as a way to help improve people's quality of life. Dr. Graham received her undergraduate degree in linguistics from Dartmouth College, summa cum laude, and was a park ranger in New Zealand and high school teacher in Thailand all before attending medical school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She completed her general surgical residency at the George Washington University in Washington, DC, and her colorectal surgery fellowship at the University of Chicago. Videos Ada Graham M.D. Dr. Graham is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Joshua Wolf is a Colorectal Surgeon in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Wolf is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Joseph Dirocco is a Colorectal Surgeon in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Dirocco is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Hemorrhoids, Bowel Incontinence, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

Philip Ferris is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Ferris is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Ferris is currently accepting new patients.

David Lisle is a Colorectal Surgeon in Bel Air, Maryland. Dr. Lisle is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Colorectal Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Lisle is currently accepting new patients.

Vincent Obias is a Colorectal Surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Obias is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Anal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colostomy.

George Apostolides is a Colorectal Surgeon in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Apostolides is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Rectal Prolapse, Encopresis, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Lynda Doughterty, MD, specializes in colon and rectal surgery and is board-certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery in addition to surgery by the American Board of Surgery. She practices at Deep Creek Colon and Rectal Surgery. Dr. Doughterty received her medical degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences and completed her residency at Medical College of Ohio Hospital, followed by a fellowship at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Dougherty is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Ogilvie Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Matthew Skancke is a Colorectal Surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Skancke is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Anal Fissure, Anorectal Abscess, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

Naderge Pierre is a Colorectal Surgeon in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Pierre is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hemorrhoids, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Vernissia Tam is a Colorectal Surgeon in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Tam is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

Ivane Chua is a Colorectal Surgeon in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Chua is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.