Colorectal Cancer Program
Colorectal Cancer Program
Welcome to the JHAH Colorectal Cancer Program, part of our Oncology Center of Excellence and open to the entire community. Through our partnership with Johns Hopkins Medicine, we provide comprehensive, personalized care for all stages of colorectal cancer—from screening and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing support.
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The JHAH Colorectal Cancer Program combines the extensive laboratory and clinical expertise of Johns Hopkins Medicine with a multidisciplinary team approach. Our goals are to make colorectal cancer a discovered and managed chronic illness, colorectal cancer discovered in early stages a curable illness, and for the majority of people, to make colorectal cancer largely preventable through screening.
What Makes Our Program Different
Our colorectal cancer team includes surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gastroenterologists, radiologists, pathologists, nurse navigators, and support specialists who meet regularly for multidisciplinary tumor board conferences. Every patient’s case is reviewed by the entire team to ensure comprehensive evaluation and optimal treatment planning.
Our Multidisciplinary Approach
When you’re facing colorectal cancer, your medical team matters. Our team of experienced colorectal cancer specialists are leaders in their fields and are committed to being your strongest advocates. Working together across multiple disciplines, they provide seamless, coordinated care every step of the way.
Our colorectal surgeons are fellowship-trained in advanced surgical techniques for colorectal cancer:
Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery
Robotic-assisted colorectal surgery
Transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS)
Complex pelvic surgery
Sphincter-preserving procedures
Ostomy creation and management
Multi-visceral resections for advanced disease
Our medical oncologists specialize in colorectal cancer and provide:
Systemic chemotherapy
Targeted therapy (anti-EGFR, anti-VEGF)
Immunotherapy for MSI-H/dMMR tumors
Treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer
Precision medicine approaches
Neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapy
Our radiation oncologists are experts in treating rectal cancer with:
Neoadjuvant radiation therapy
Short-course radiation therapy
Long-course chemoradiation
Brachytherapy for rectal cancer
Palliative radiation for symptomatic disease
Advanced techniques to minimize side effects
Our gastroenterologists provide:
Screening colonoscopy
Diagnostic endoscopy
Advanced polyp removal techniques
Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)
Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD)
Surveillance colonoscopy
For patients with metastatic disease:
Hepatic artery infusion therapy
Radioembolization (Y-90)
Radiofrequency ablation
Microwave ablation
Portal vein embolization
Our GI pathologists provide expert diagnosis:
Tumor classification and grading
Microsatellite instability (MSI) testing
Molecular marker analysis
Assessment of treatment response
Surgical margin evaluation
For hereditary colorectal cancer assessment:
Lynch syndrome evaluation
Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) assessment
Comprehensive genetic testing
Family risk counseling
Surveillance recommendations
Your dedicated colorectal nurse coordinators will:
Guide you through the treatment process
Coordinate appointments and tests
Provide education and support
Connect you with resources
Help manage ostomy care education
Serve as your advocate
Enterostomal therapy nurses
Nutritionists
Social workers
Physical therapists
Palliative care specialists
Patient advocates
Explore Our Colorectal Cancer Services
Diagnosis & Testing
Explore how our experts use advanced imaging, biopsies, and molecular testing to provide precise diagnoses.
Specialized Programs
Access advanced programs tailored for hereditary colorectal cancer and advanced and metastatic disease.
Personalized Treatment Options
Discover personalized surgical, medical, and radiation therapies designed for your unique cancer type.
Prevention & Screening
Learn about prevention, risk assessment, colonoscopy, and Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) for early detection.
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