About this episode

Dr. Michael Valente discusses advances in rectal cancer care and the importance of early screening.

Dr. Michael Valente, colorectal surgeon at Cleveland Clinic, joins this episode of Butts & Guts to discuss advances in rectal cancer care. He explores the key differences between rectal and colon cancer, why rectal cancer requires a unique clinical approach, and the current treatment options available for rectal cancer patients. Listen to learn why early screening and detection can make all the difference in rectal cancer outcomes.

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. Michael Valente

Topics covered

• rectal cancer
• treatment options
• early screening
• clinical approach
• colorectal surgery

Keywords

• rectal cancer
• treatment
• screening
• detection
• colorectal surgeon

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease & Surgery Institute

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