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What is Colon & Rectal Surgery?

Colon and rectal surgery is the medical specialty that deals with diseases and disorders of the lower intestinal tract, colon, rectum, and anus. The specialty was previously known as proctology, and some physicians who specifically treat diseases of the rectum and anus may still call themselves proctologists; but in general that term is not currently used. While colon and rectal surgery is related to gastroenterology, only colon and rectal surgeons can provide surgical care.

Colon and rectal surgeons can offer routine screenings for common health conditions affecting the colon and rectum. They have also undergone advanced surgical training, and they are able to treat conditions affecting the lower intestinal tract with surgery when needed.

Some conditions that a colon and rectal surgeon might treat include:

Serious and chronic constipation

Hemorrhoids

Anal fissures, or tears in the skin around the anus

Anal abscesses and fistulae

Anal incontinence

Intestinal polyps

Colon and rectal cancer

Colon and rectal surgeons perform various procedures to keep patients healthy, such as colonoscopies and sigmoidoscopies. These tests use long, flexible tubes to examine the lining of the colon in case of pain or bleeding, or to look for signs of cancer or polyps. If a patient's intestines are severely diseased and not working well, a colon and rectal surgeon may perform an ostomy, where the healthy part of the intestines are connected to a tube or pouch on the outside of the body. Colorectal surgeons may also remove hemorrhoids, perform laparoscopic surgery on a tumor, or even offer genetic counseling to patients with a family history of colorectal cancers.

Colon and rectal conditions can be some of the most uncomfortable problems to endure. Even if your intestinal problem is severe, colon and rectal surgeons can help you lead a long, healthy, and more enjoyable life.

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General Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery

5965 E Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43213

614-627-1560

Dr. Ellen Bailey specializes in colon & rectal surgery and practices in Columbus, OH and Grove City, OH. She attended the University of Washington School of Medicine.

"My disabled girlfriend saw Dr. Bailey on 1/18/19 for some painful gastric issues. Dr. Bailey was going to prescribe a medication to help with the cramping, but first wanted a c-diff test conducted. We explained to her that my girlfriend had very recently had a c-diff test done. We told Dr. Bailey we would have it faxed to her from the previous doctor. The doctor stated as soon as she received the fax stating the c-diff test was negative, she would send the prescription to the pharmacy. The fax was sent to Dr. Bailey on 1/22/19. My girlfriend called Dr. Bailey’s office and they verified they had received the fax and they would check with Dr. Bailey about sending the prescription. We never heard anything back from the doctor office, so my girlfriend called twice more and every time the office stated they would talk to the doctor. On 1/30/19, I called the office to find out what the hold up was. They told me they had no record of receiving the fax. I called the previous doctor back and asked them to re-fax the document, which they did. My girlfriend then got a call from Dr. Bailey’s office saying they receive the fax but wanted the c-diff test along with other testing done before they would issue the medication (which is Levsin for cramping, not some opioid narcotic medication). So my girlfriend had been suffering further because of the incompetence of a doctor and her staff. Why were we told the medication prescription would be sent to the pharmacy as soon as the c-diff test was received? Why did the office acknowledge receiving the fax and later deny it? Additionally, Dr. Bailey’s nurse, Stephanie, hung up on my girlfriend when she tried to vent her frustration (she wasn’t cussing or yelling, simply explaining). I would recommend not seeing this doctor for fear you will get the same unsatisfactory service as we did. I have to wonder if it was a financial reason that Dr. Bailey wanted the exact same test done that had been done conducted a few weeks prior to seeing her. We will be looking for a new doctor who 1) cares about their patients and has time for them. 2) has a competent staff who doesn’t lose things. 3) is treated with the respect every patient should be. 4) is not given false information about health care. "

January 30, 2019