Our program exposes fellows to all facets of colorectal surgery including complex anorectal disease, minimally invasive surgery, inflammatory bowel disease, sphincter sparing cancer surgery and extensive endoscopy experience. The diverse case load and variety of operative techniques encountered through our program have equipped our graduates for satisfying careers in a variety of clinical settings including private practice, positions with major HMO providers, hospital employed positions and faculty at large universities and clinics.
Curriculum
Our curriculum is designed to equip residents with the skills to be competent and confident surgeons prepared to sit for the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery (ABCRS) examination.
Meet the Faculty
Our program faculty are passionate about our innovative curriculum aiming to train highly engaged, empathic, curious, socially-minded leaders in a supportive yet academically rigorous environment.
Meet the Fellows
Meet our Northside Hospital Graduate Medical Education Fellows currently in our program.
How to Apply
Learn the benefits of our Colorectal Fellowship and how you can apply today!
Why Northside Colorectal Fellowship Program
Our program trains physicians to be state-of-the-art colorectal surgeons who treat their patients with compassion and empathy. Our fellows will become well-rounded surgeons by balancing complex and diverse surgical cases, high volume clinics and scholarly activity while also maintaining an active role in hospital committees and teams devoted to quality improvement and patient safety.
The faculty in our Colon & Rectal Surgery program are also one of the largest contributors to the institution's Financial Assistance Program. This empowers residents to improve the health of the culturally and socioeconomically diverse patient population across metro Atlanta as well as seven neighboring counties. We remain committed to providing an individualized training environment for each fellow that supports their desired career path, prepares them for surgical autonomy and emphasizes community care as well as personal well-being.
Here's What Sets Us Apart
Professional Development
- By the end of training, fellows will graduate as skilled surgeons capable of delivering comprehensive colorectal care in a variety of settings.
- Advanced Robotic Certification eligible during training
- Mentorship model
Innovative curricula
- Large volume and breadth of complex, minimally invasive, and endoscopy cases
- 2-month rotations with each faculty member expose Fellow to a variety of practice styles and operative techniques
Clinical Exposure
- Exposure to Anorectal Physiology/Ultrasound/Manometry Defacography/Stoma Therapy/Pathology
- Regularly scheduled didactic conferences
Location and Amenities
- Excellent climate and convenient location close to superb shopping, dining, and transportation