Timothy Feldmann, MD, FACS, FASCRS

Timothy Feldmann, MD, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon. He treats conditions such as colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, rectal prolapse, pelvic floor disorders, parastomal hernia, ostomy closure and anorectal disease (hemorrhoids, fissure, fistula, etc.). Dr. Feldmann is trained in all robotic, laparoscopic and open surgical techniques including the use of transanal minimally invasive surgery. He uses minimally invasive surgical techniques whenever possible to enhance his patients' recovery after surgery. Dr. Feldmann believes that patients should have access to specialized surgical care close to home. He understands that being near the support of friends and family while being treated makes difficult times easier. In this free time he enjoys reading, skiing, biking and spending time with his family. 

The conditions Dr. Feldmann treats and the services he provides include:

• Colon and rectal cancer
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Diverticulitis
• Rectal prolapse
• Pelvic floor disorders
• Parastomal hernia
• Ostomy closure
• Anorectal disease (hemorrhoids, fissure, fistula, etc.)
• Robotic, laparoscopic and open surgical techniques including the use of transanal minimally invasive surgery

Languages: English

Certification: American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery; American Board of Surgery

Professional School: Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

Residency: UC Irvine Medical Center

Fellowship: USC Medical Center

Medical Groups: Capital Physician Services, MultiCare

Research:

• Charboneau A, Feldmann T, Kanneganti S, Kaplan JA, Moonka R, Sillah A, Thirlby R, Simianu VV.  “Minimally-invasive approach to emergent colorectal surgery in aging adults: A report from the Surgical Care Outcomes Assessment Program.” Am J Surg. 2022 Aug;224(2):751-756. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amjsurg.2022.03.055
• Weed CN, Bernier GV, Christante DH, Feldmann T, Flum DR, Kaplan JA, Moonka R, Thirlby RC, Simianu VV.  “Evaluating variation in enhanced recovery for colorectal surgery: a report from the Surgical Care Outcomes Assessment Program.”  Colorectal Dis 2022; 24:111-119. https://doi.org/10.1111/codi.15938
• Parker JM, Feldmann TF, Cologne KG.  “Advances in Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery.” Surgical Clinics of North America 2017 Jun; 97(3):547-560. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.suc.2017.01.005
• Feldmann TF, Ortega AE.  “Complications of Surgery for Cryptoglandular Anorectal Infections” in Complications of Anorectal Surgery.  2017. Abcarian H, Cintron JR, Nelson RL Eds. [Book Chapter]
• Feldmann TF, Bosio RM, Pigazzi A.  “Hybrid Robotic Technique for Rectal Cancer (Low Anterior Resection and Abdominal Perineal Resection)” in Robotic Surgery: Current Applications and New Trends.  2015  G. Spinoglio Ed. [Book Chapter]
• Feldmann TF, Young MT, Pigazzi A.  Incisional Reinforcement in High-Risk Patients.  Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery 2014 Dec; 27(4):149-55. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0034-1394088
• Young MT, Hwang GS, Menon G, Feldmann TF, Jafari MD, Jafari F, Perez E, Pigazzi A.  Laparoscopic versus Open Loop Ileostomy Reversal: Is there an Advantage to a Minimally Invasive Approach?  World J Surg 2015 Nov; 39(11):2805-11. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00268-015-3186-2
• Young MT, Menon G, Feldmann TF, Mills S, Carmichael J, Stamos MJ, Pigazzi A.  Laparoscopic versus Robotic-assisted Rectal Surgery: A Comparison of Postoperative Outcomes.  Am Surg, 2014. 80(10):1059-63. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25264660/

Practice Philosophy: I believe in listening to my patients to understand the concerns that they bring. Many people have difficultly discussing topics in this field and I want to make sure that they can be heard and feel comfortable in expressing their symptoms. After I discuss treatment options, my patients are included in the decision making process to help achieve the desired outcome.