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James Connolly, MD

Colon and Rectal Surgery

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Personal Statement

I work closely with each patient to create a personalized treatment plan that aligns with their goals and expectations, ensuring that they feel informed and supported every step of the way. At Weill Cornell, I collaborate with a dedicated team of radiation oncologists, medical oncologists and gastroenterologists to design an individualized and comprehensive care plan. My goal is to address each patient’s condition with the least possible impact on their quality of life.

Biographical Info

James Connolly, MD is an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ. Dr. Connolly received his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 2017. He went on to complete his general surgery residency training at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, where he was awarded a T32 research fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center to study the genetic underpinnings of cancer progression. His research interests center on the management of rectal cancer, organ preservation strategies, and early onset colorectal cancer.

Following residency, Dr. Connolly pursued fellowship training in colon and rectal surgery at the Lahey Clinic. He has expertise in the care and treatment of peritoneal carcinomatosis and specializes in cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC).  Dr. Connolly specializes in minimally invasive surgical approaches including robotic and laparoscopic surgery as well as advanced endoluminal techniques to improve patient outcomes.

Dr. Connolly has authored multiple peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters, contributing to the advancement of colorectal cancer care. He is active in several surgical societies, including the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, where he serves on the Membership Committee.

Board Certifications
American Board of Surgery
Clinical Expertise
Colon/Rectal Cancer Surgery
Colorectal Polyps
Anal Sphincter Incontinence
Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM)
HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Robotic Surgery
Colon Cancer
Colon Polyp
IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)
Pelvic Floor Disorders
Anal Cancer
Rectal Cancer
Rectal Surgery
Robot-Assisted Surgery
Laparoscopic Colon and Rectal Surgery
Complex Pelvic Surgery
Intestinal Fistula Surgery
Recurrent Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Transanal Minimally Invasive Surgery (TAMIS)
Complex Anal Fistula Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Bowel-Sparing Strictureplasty
Crohn's Disease
Endoscopic Surgery
Diverticular Disease
Rectal Prolapse
Laparoscopy
Anal Fistula
Fistula
Bowel Dysfunction
Diverticulitis
Ileostomy
Ulcerative Colitis
Pelvic Surgery
Hemorrhoid Surgery
Hemorrhoids
Sphincter Sparing Surgery
Surgery For Ulcerative Colitis
Bowel Obstruction
Ostomy Creation, Care and Revision
Hernia Repair
Anal Fissure
Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery
Da Vinci Robotic Surgery
Languages
English
Research
Education 
  • M.D.
    Mount Sinai School of Medicine
    2017
  • B.A.
    Middlebury College
    2013
Appointments 
  • Assistant Attending Surgeon
    NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
  • Assistant Attending Surgeon
    NewYork-Presbyterian/Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
  • Assistant Professor of Surgery
    Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University

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No External Relationships Reported