The Colorectal Care Center at Cooper is comprised of physicians, nurses, and support staff dedicated to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions and diseases specific to the colon, rectum and anus. The medical staff who make up the Colorectal Care Center are specialists, board-certified in colorectal surgery, general surgery, gastroenterology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology and enterostomal therapy. Unfamiliarity, embarrassment, and fear of discomfort often delay visits to the doctor for patients with problems in these areas. The center is staffed by professionals who are sensitive to the needs of patients and skilled in techniques to maximize relaxation and minimize discomfort. Since the center includes a variety of medical disciplines, it remains at the forefront of medical science, diagnosis and treatment.
Many people suffer from hemorrhoids, fissures, warts, as well as chronic diarrhea or constipation.
Most people do not know these can be treated quickly and easily at the Colorectal Care Center as an outpatient procedure, often without surgery. Some patients who experience bleeding or incontinence do not seek treatment out of fear of embarrassment. While these conditions may be easily managed, they could be a sign of a more serious problem. The center is dedicated to early diagnosis and intervention. Inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can now be managed with a combination of medicines, surgery and nutrition.