Specialties
Colon and rectal surgery
We’re committed to total colorectal care.
Understanding the state of colorectal health
1 in 23 adults worldwide
will be diagnosed with colon cancer — making it the third most common cancer in the world.1
Colorectal cancer
is no longer just an older person’s disease.
1 in 10 cases will be diagnosed in people younger than 50.2
Incidences
continue to rise.
The incidence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD,) which includes Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis, continues to rise.3
We'll transform colorectal health together.
The global picture of colorectal cancer and overall colorectal health is one we can’t ignore. The need for better patient outcomes through less invasive approaches is bigger than ever before. By finding innovative solutions and developing strong partnerships, we can transform colorectal health together.
Products that help you meet your patients’ needs
In colorectal surgery, every procedure is unique and can be challenging in its own way. Explore our portfolio of surgical products.
Colorectal surgeon testimonial
Hear about one surgeon's experience using the EEA™ circular stapler with Tri-Staple™ technology for colorectal surgical procedures. (5:32)
Colorectal surgery partnerships and programs
When you partner with us, you have a values-aligned collaborator, dedicated to understanding the challenges you and your patients face and helping you develop solutions that take your practice to the next level.
Working together, we can:
- Develop less invasive technologies
- Advocate for care that leads to better outcomes
- Educate referring physicians and patients on the benefits of minimally invasive surgery
Join a colorectal health professional society.
Joining one of the premier professional societies can help you continue learning about advancements in the field of colorectal surgery and further boost your leadership skills.
Colon health patient outreach
Preparing for surgery and life after surgery
Find tools and resources to help your patients and their families prepare for surgery – including tips and tricks for what to expect every step of the way.
Colorectal cancer screening
Colon cancer may be easier to treat when caught early. Access patient-friendly resources to help your patients see how early detection can make a difference.
Patient resources
We have patient resources to help adults understand their colon cancer risk and treatment options for colon cancer.
Clinical education and training
Explore a variety of live and on-demand training and education offerings for gastroenterologists, surgeons, interventional radiologists, oncologists, fellows, nurses, and allied health professionals.
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- Bailey CE, Hu C-Y, You YN, et al. Increasing disparities in the age-related incidences of colon and rectal cancers in the United States, 1975-2010. JAMA Surgery. 2015;150(1):17–22.
- Ng SC, Shi HY, Hamidi N, et al. Worldwide incidence and prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease in the 21st century: a systematic review of population-based studies. The Lancet. 2017;390(10114):2769-2778. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(17)32448-0
- Knudsen AB, Rutter CM, Peterse EFP, et al. Colorectal Cancer Screening: An Updated Modeling Study for the US Preventive Services Task Force. JAMA. 2021;325(19):1998-2011. doi:10.1001/jama.2021.5746
- American Cancer Society. Colorectal cancer facts & figures 2023-2025. Atlanta: American Cancer Society; 2023.
- Sepucha KR, Valentine KD, Atlas SJ, et al. Getting patients back for routine colorectal cancer screening: Randomized controlled trial of a shared decision‐making intervention. Cancer Medicine. 2023;12(3):3555–3566. doi:10.1002/cam4.5172