In a joint effort with the American Cancer Society and with the occasion of "March Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month," our physician, Dr Liberman, has been interviewed with regards to the importance of colon and rectal cancer screening and prevention on several different occasions. He was featured on Radio 106.7 on April 15, 2007 and on NBC on March 1, 2005 as well as other television networks in over 76 markets.

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Dr. Sander Binderow was recently interviewed by Celeste Selwyn of Radio Sandy Springs for the Health and Wellness Hour. Several Colon and Rectal topics were discussed including colonoscopy screening and bowel incontinence.

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Atlanta Colon and Rectal Surgery physicians are the first in Georgia to perform the new STARR procedure!

This new and innovative procedure helps people with chronic constipation. No incision is needed, and patients typically spend one night in the hospital. They have minimal discomfort and resume normal activities almost immediately. The procedure treats patients with Obstructed Defecation Syndrome (ODS). ODS affects thousands of people in the US, mostly women. These patients have symptoms of forceful straining, incomplete evacuation, prolonged bowel movements, and use of assistance (mechanical or manual) to complete a bowel movement.

A simple test can be done to determine which patients are candidates for the STARR procedure. Early results have been excellent.

We are pleased to offer the new “SECCA” procedure for fecal incontinence.

Fecal incontinence is a vastly under reported problem, with estimates ranging up to 10% of women in the United States afflicted with this condition. Not being able to control one’s bowel movements can lead to embarrassing social situations, a fear of leaving the house or straying too far from the toilet, and severe limitations on activities and lifestyle.

A new procedure, utilizing new technology, is now available to help, and in many cases, remedy this problem. Many current treatments have lower than hoped for success rates, and can involve invasive surgery. This new technique allows for a natural strengthening of the sphincter muscle. The procedure necessitates general anesthesia for approximately thirty minutes. Patients go home as outpatients one hour after they wake up. There is essentially no discomfort after surgery, and most people can immediately resume normal activities.

Atlanta Colon and Rectal Surgeons are amongst the first in the country to offer the Secca. We currently have the nation’s largest experience and are working with the inventors to help improve the protocol and procedure.

Atlanta Colon and Rectal Surgery, PA is pleased to present our new painless hemorrhoid surgery. This technique was designed in Europe a few years ago. Our physicians were the first to perform this procedure in Georgia. Currently, we have the most experience in the state.

The procedure involves reconfiguring the hemorrhoid tissue without cutting it out. There are no sutures and discomfort is minimal. Many patients have resumed normal work schedules and activities the day after surgery. Thus far, studies have shown excellent long term success.

Not every patient with hemorrhoids is a candidate for this new procedure, called a "PPH". Feel free to discuss this with your Atlanta Colon and Rectal Surgery, PA physician during your appointment. Your doctor will be able to explain, in detail, the process and determine after one short visit whether or not the new procedure is appropriate for you.

We would like to congratulate Elaine Meadows, PT on receiving the 2005 Elizabeth Noble Award. It is given by the Section on Women’s Health to one outstanding Physical Therapist each year. This is a huge honor in this profession. Again, congratulations on receiving such an exceptional award.