Colorectal Surgery
We’re passionate about preserving your digestive function and helping you live your best.
Medically reviewed by Ankit Sarin, M.D. on March 02, 2026.
Compassionate Care for Colorectal Disease
We understand that colorectal disease can affect your health and quality of life in many ways. We’re here with the most advanced surgical techniques, ready to help you heal.
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Surgical Treatments for Colorectal Conditions
We use the latest minimally invasive colorectal surgical techniques, including robot-assisted surgery. These methods use small incisions for smaller scars, less pain and quicker recovery. We’re committed to using the most advanced techniques to preserve as much of your bowel function as possible. Procedures we perform include:
Resection
We remove only the diseased part of your digestive tract to preserve healthy tissue and maintain normal digestion after surgery.
Sphincter Preservation
We take great care and use advanced and innovative techniques to avoid ostomy bags if at all possible.
Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis (IPAA)
We remove the colon and rectum but preserve bowel function by connecting your small intestine to the anus. A small pouch collects stool until you’re ready to pass it.
Rectal Prolapse Repair
We restore your rectum to its normal position using a supportive mesh or stitches to ease discomfort and improve function.
Colostomy
We connect your colon to your abdomen so that stool exits into a small bag outside your body. We'll support you as you adjust and return to your daily life.
Ileostomy
We connect your small intestine to your abdomen, allowing stool to pass into a bag worn outside. You’ll have support as you heal and adapt.
Sacral Stimulation
A small device sends gentle pulses to nerves in your lower back, helping improve bowel control and pelvic floor strength.
Stricturoplasty
This surgery gently widens narrowed areas of your intestine caused by scar tissue or long-term inflammation.
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Preparing for Surgery
Your comfort and peace of mind matter to us. We’ll explain your procedure and what to expect. You’ll get clear information before surgery, so you feel prepared.
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Before Surgery
Before surgery, you’ll follow instructions to stop certain medications, clear your bowels and avoid food after midnight. We’ll review your care plan together and make sure you feel ready, supported and informed.
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During Surgery
During surgery, your care team keeps you safe and comfortable with anesthesia and constant monitoring. We use advanced techniques to treat the problem while protecting healthy tissue.
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After Surgery
After surgery, we help manage your pain and support you in eating and moving as soon as it’s safe. Your care team stays closely involved to answer questions and ensure you have the support you need.
Home Care
When you return home, your care team is here to support your recovery and answer your questions. We’ll guide you through each step to help you heal and regain comfort in daily life. We'll help you:
Adjust to New Bowel Habits
Bowel patterns may change after surgery. We help you manage these changes as your body heals.
Eat to Support Healing
You may need a temporary diet that’s gentle on your colon. We’ll guide you on what to eat and when to adjust.
Care for Your Stoma
If you have a stoma, we teach you how to take care of it and use ostomy products confidently. Help is always available.
Awards and Recognitions
Ranked among the nation’s best hospitals
A U.S. News & World Report best hospital in cardiology, heart & vascular surgery, diabetes & endocrinology, ENT, geriatrics, neurology & neurosurgery, and pulmonology & lung surgery.
Ranked among the nation’s best children’s hospitals
U.S. News & World Report ranked UC Davis Children’s Hospital among the best in pediatric nephrology, orthopedics*, and pulmonology & lung surgery. (*Together with Shriners Children’s Northern California)
Ranked Sacramento’s #1 hospital
Ranked Sacramento’s #1 hospital by U.S. News, and high-performing in aortic valve surgery, back surgery (spinal fusion), COPD, colon cancer surgery, diabetes, gynecological cancer surgery, heart arrhythmia, heart failure, kidney failure, leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma, lung cancer surgery, pacemaker implantation, pneumonia, prostate cancer surgery, stroke, TAVR, cancer, orthopedics, gastroenterology & GI surgery, and urology.
The nation’s highest nursing honor
UC Davis Medical Center has received Magnet® recognition, the nation’s highest honor for nursing excellence.
World-class cancer care
One of ~59 U.S. cancer centers designated “comprehensive” by the National Cancer Institute.
A leader in health care equality
For the 13th consecutive year, UC Davis Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the educational arm of America’s largest civil rights organization.
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