About the Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute

At Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute, we understand the impact that colon and rectal disorders can have on your daily living activities and overall lifestyle quality. Our team of experts specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of the full spectrum of conditions affecting the colon, rectum and anus, including diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic floor abnormalities and anorectal conditions. We also place a special focus on the care for those with colorectal cancer. Our skilled surgeons have expertise in sphincter-saving surgery for rectal cancer, and we offer colonoscopy and advanced treatment for colorectal polyps. As part of a multidisciplinary approach to care, we work together with specialists at the Orlando Health Cancer Institute, which has earned accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer for providing high-quality rectal cancer care.

With advanced diagnostic procedures and state-of-the-art technologies and techniques, we offer effective options for the best possible outcomes. Our guiding purpose is to deliver the highest standard of expert, compassionate care to help you regain your best health and quality of life.

USNWR Colon Cancer Badge

High-Performing Cancer Care

As part of the multidisciplinary Orlando Health Cancer Institute — listed among the top 100 Best Hospitals for Cancer in U.S. News & World Report for 2024-2025 — Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute is honored to be recognized as High Performing in Colon Cancer Surgery. This rating indicates being significantly better than the national average using data such as nurse staffing, number of patients treated, outcomes, patient experience and more. Of the more than 6,000 programs evaluated, just 463 received a high performing rating.

For most patients with colon cancer, surgery to remove the tumor is a key element of treatment. Doctors at Orlando Health are leaders in robotic colorectal surgery, which offers a reduced risk of infection, less postoperative pain, quicker return of bowel function, shorter hospital stay and faster overall recovery compared to traditional open surgery, with proven excellent outcomes. As a recognized epicenter for da Vinci® robotic colorectal surgery, Orlando Health is visited by doctors from across the country to receive training from our skilled surgeons in robotic colon and rectal surgery.

The Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute team of highly skilled physicians are board certified in colorectal and general surgery and are committed to providing quality, compassionate and personalized care. Participating in ongoing clinical research and education, our physicians take great pride in staying on the forefront of new, innovative technologies and techniques that offer the best options for alleviating the symptoms and improving the lifestyles of those dealing with colon and rectal disorders.

Our Colon and Rectal Specialties

The team of specialists at Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute have expertise in the diagnosis and treatment, including medical and surgical procedures, for the full spectrum of conditions affecting the colon, rectum and anus.