Benefits of robotic surgery in colorectal cancer care

Colorectal cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. in people under 50. Screening for colorectal cancer is recommended starting at age 45 for those with average risk.

But no matter your age, it’s important not to ignore symptoms. When detected early, colorectal cancers are very treatable.

If you’re diagnosed with colorectal cancer, surgery is typically part of your treatment plan. MultiCare surgeons use minimally invasive, robotic-assisted surgery that results in shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery.

In this video, you’ll meet several members of our colorectal cancer program team, including Laila Rashidi, MD, FACS, FASCRS, medical director; Sunshine Pille, PA, physician assistant; and Melissa Keck, program coordinator.

Dr. Rashidi, Pille and Keck discuss colorectal cancer risks, symptoms and screening options. Plus, you’ll go behind the scenes to find out what makes robotic-assisted surgery unique, how it works, and the benefits for both patient and surgeon.