Colorectal and Other Gastrointestinal Cancers

These include cancers of the esophagus, gallbladder and biliary tract, liver, pancreas, stomach, small intestine, bowel, colon, rectum and anus.

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the world. Experts at Mount Sinai Hospital often care for patients with the most complex colorectal cancer.

Our hospital is an internationally recognized centre for surgery of the rectum and colon. Our surgeons provide guidance to other surgeons and oncologists across Canada, and they perform surgery using advanced laparoscopic, robotic and reconstructive procedures.

In addition to our expertise in colorectal and gastrointestinal cancers, we are also home to the Peritoneal Surface Malignancy Program.

What to expect

It is important to get regular checkups and be screened if you have symptoms that concern you.

Screening for colorectal cancer is widely available in Ontario. Talk to you primary care provider about your screening options.

If you have concerning symptoms or a positive result on a fecal immunochemical test (FIT), you can be referred for colorectal screening and diagnosis.

Each cancer is different and requires special treatment.

If you are referred to our Cancer program, you may need additional diagnostic testing. You will likely see a surgeon and/or medical oncologist as part of your care.

Your care team will work with you to develop a care plan specific to your cancer. This plan may include any combination of surgery, chemotherapy, systemic therapy or radiation.

If you receive systemic therapy, including chemotherapy, you will come to the Cancer Care Clinic for treatment.