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Dr. Amir Bastawrous, MD

Bio

Amir Bastawrous, M.D., MBA is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at the Swedish Colon and Rectal Clinic. He cares for patients with colon, rectal and anal cancers, inflammatory bowel disease and benign anorectal diseases. Dr. Bastawrous believes in a multidisciplinary team approach to patient care in which the patient, health care professionals and support personnel work together for the efficient and optimal care of the patent. He performs both traditional and minimally invasive surgeries, including robot-assisted colorectal procedures. His primary goal for each patient he treats is to identify the problem and  treat them in an efficient and compassionate manner that is both time sensitive and resource sensitive.



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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Colon & Rectal Surgery:
    New DNA Test Shows Promise for Spotting Colon Cancer

    TUESDAY, Oct. 16 (HealthDay News) -- Scientists have developed a new DNA test for colorectal cancer and for cancer precursors that seems to be not only accurate, but also noninvasive.

    If approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, experts say, the test could be a welcome alternativ...Full Article

  • Jeff Arnold
    Jeff Arnold found the following answer helpful:
    How can I relieve my constipation?
    Dietary fiber, or bran, consists of nondigestible plant products, which should be part of a healthy...Full Post
  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Colon & Rectal Surgery:
    Coffee May Speed Up Bowel Recovery From Colon Surgery

    FRIDAY, Oct. 12 (HealthDay News) -- Drinking coffee instead of water may restore normal bowel function more quickly among people who have had surgery to remove part of their colon, a new study suggests.

    Researchers at University Hospital Heidelberg, in Germany,...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Colon & Rectal Surgery:
    Missing Follow-Up Colonoscopies Could Raise Colon Cancer Risk

    THURSDAY, Aug. 23 (HealthDay News) -- People at higher risk of developing colorectal cancer may be able to reduce their risk by getting thorough colonoscopies and adhering to recommendations for follow-up exams, a new study suggests.

    Researchers in Germany looked at more than 400 people w...Full Article

  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    What is a pilonidal cyst?

    A pilonidal cyst is a lump under the skin that is located in the crease between the buttocks. It may cause an infection or abscess under the skin, near or above the tailbone, and may cause pain and swelling in the area.

    Sometimes, like a large pimple, the infection either bursts through the skin

    ...  Full Post
  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    How do fiber supplements help with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

    Patients with increased sensitivity to bowel distention have a component of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This is generally helped over time by taking a daily dose of a fiber supplement such as Konsyl, Metamucil, Citrucel, or a similar product. These products are available in a powder form (flavored

    ...  Full Post
  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    What is a pilonidal cyst?

    A pilonidal cyst is a lump under the skin that is located in the crease between the buttocks. It may cause an infection or abscess under the skin, near or above the tailbone, and may cause pain and swelling in the area.

    Sometimes, like a large pimple, the infection either bursts through the skin

    ...  Full Post
  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    How do fiber supplements help with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

    Patients with increased sensitivity to bowel distention have a component of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This is generally helped over time by taking a daily dose of a fiber supplement such as Konsyl, Metamucil, Citrucel, or a similar product. These products are available in a powder form (flavored

    ...  Full Post
  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    What is a pilonidal cyst?

    A pilonidal cyst is a lump under the skin that is located in the crease between the buttocks. It may cause an infection or abscess under the skin, near or above the tailbone, and may cause pain and swelling in the area.

    Sometimes, like a large pimple, the infection either bursts through the skin

    ...  Full Post
  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    How do fiber supplements help with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

    Patients with increased sensitivity to bowel distention have a component of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This is generally helped over time by taking a daily dose of a fiber supplement such as Konsyl, Metamucil, Citrucel, or a similar product. These products are available in a powder form (flavored

    ...  Full Post
  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    How can I relieve my constipation?

    Dietary fiber, or bran, consists of nondigestible plant products, which should be part of a healthy diet and can help relieve constipation. The amount of dietary fiber can be readily increased by use of a fiber supplement, such as Konsyl.

    Though often referred to as bulk laxatives, fiber supplements

    ...  Full Post
  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    How do fiber supplements help with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

    Patients with increased sensitivity to bowel distention have a component of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This is generally helped over time by taking a daily dose of a fiber supplement such as Konsyl, Metamucil, Citrucel, or a similar product. These products are available in a powder form (flavored

    ...  Full Post
  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    What is diverticulitis?

    Diverticulitis is a potential complication of diverticulosis and refers to inflammation or infection of one of the colon pockets. This occurs when a small hole develops in a pocket, releasing a small amount of infection into the surrounding tissues.

    The cause of this is not known. Patients with

    ...  Full Post
  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    How are colon polyps removed?

    The tiniest colon polyps are removed by burning or cauterizing them; larger colon polyps can usually be removed using a specially designed snare which cuts the stalk of a polyp and cauterizes it at the same time, so that it does not bleed. The snare is passed through a channel in the colo

    ...  Full Post
  • Amir Bastawrous, MD
    Amir Bastawrous, MD of Swedish answered:
    How are colon polyps removed?

    The tiniest colon polyps are removed by burning or cauterizing them; larger colon polyps can usually be removed using a specially designed snare which cuts the stalk of a polyp and cauterizes it at the same time, so that it does not bleed. The snare is passed through a channel in the colo

    ...  Full Post