Expertise:
His expertise is in treating patients with colorectal, inflammatory bowel and anorectal disease, incontinence and constipation, colon and rectal cancer.
Major Product/SVS:
Healthcare Including Colorectal Surgery
Favorite Business Publication:
British Journal of Surgery; Diseases of the Colon and Rectum
Hobbies/Sports:
Studying History, Spending Time with his Family, Traveling
Education Degrees:
Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, FL (2002); Residency, Bellevue Hospital Center, New York University (2000); Fellowship in Surgical Metabolism, Weill Cornell Medical Center (1997); MD, Weill Medical College of Cornell University (1993); Bachelor of Arts, Major in Chemistry and History, Yale University (1989)
Highlight of career?:
The highlight of his career was establishing his own medical practice.
Charity:
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America; National Association for Continence
Number Of Years In Profession:
16
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his determination, perseverance, love for his profession and to the support he receives from his family.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
He became involved in his profession because he was fascinated by colorectal surgery.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Katz has published several articles in Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery, Archives of Surgery, American Journal of Physiology and American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy. He has also authored articles on patient information and education entitled, 'Understanding Colorectal Cancer Screening,' 'Surgery for Inflammatory Bowel Disease,' ' Familial Adenomatous Polyposis' and 'What's Up Down There.' He enjoys public speaking on surgery for inflammatory bowel diseases, colorectal cancer, functional bowel disease and anorectal diseases.