colorectal surgery Archives - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network

Dr. Amin Parikh in clinic showing a female patient a model of the human colon.

March is colorectal cancer awareness month, and Dr. Punam Parikh-Amin, Baylor Medicine colorectal surgeon, wants patients to understand that screenings are key to detecting colon cancer.

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All about diverticulosis and diverticulitis with colorectal surgeon Dr. Rojas-Khalil

January 31, 2024 Abscess, colorectal surgery, diverticulosis, Fistula, Gastrointestinal perforation, Stenosis

Dr. Yesenia Rojas-Khalil explains complications that come from diverticulitis as well as diagnosis and treatment options.

A person in a yoga pose on their back with feet propped up on an exercise ball.

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Common pelvic floor issues from diastasis recti to sexual dysfunction

April 5, 2023 colorectal surgery, constipation, pelvic floor dysfunction, physical therapy, sexual dysfunction

“There really is no reason for patients to suffer with sexual dysfunction, constipation or other pelvic floor issues,” says Dr. Punam Parikh-Amin said.