Colorectal Cancer Archives - St. Peter's Health Partners News

WNYT: Local Surgeon and Survivor Advocate for Colon Cancer Prevention

March 18, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Thomas Tritt of Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates, discusses the importance of colorectal cancer screening during an interview on WNYT.

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Dr. Timothy Holleran Joins Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates

October 2, 2025 Courtney Weisberg

Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates is pleased to welcome experienced colorectal surgeon Timothy Holleran, MD, to its family of esteemed providers.

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WAMC: Medical Monday with Dr. Joanne Favuzza

August 5, 2025 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Joanne Favuzza of Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates, discusses colorectal cancer screening and surgical treatment during an appearance on WAMC’s Medical Monday.

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WTEN: Colorectal Cancer Awareness

March 27, 2025 Courtney Weisberg

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Steven Gurien, of Capital District Colon & Rectal Associates, explains why it’s so important for people — especially younger people — to be proactive and get screened.

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WTEN: Alcohol and Cancer

January 16, 2025 Courtney Weisberg

Joanne Favuzza, DO, colorectal surgeon with Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates, talks about the growing link between alcohol and cancer in an interview with News10.

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WTEN: Woman Shares Colon Cancer Battle after Sister Receives Same Diagnosis

August 15, 2024 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Joanne Favuzza, of Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates, talks to WTEN about the growing number of younger adults being diagnosed with colorectal cancer.

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Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates Welcomes Dr. Joanne Favuzza

July 30, 2024 Courtney Weisberg

Experienced health care provider Joanne Favuzza, DO, FACS, FASCRS, has joined Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates, where she practices colon and rectal surgery.

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LiveSmart: Colorectal Cancer – On the Rise Among Millennials and Gen Z

March 28, 2024 Robert Webster Jr.

There has been a notable increase in colorectal cancer among young patients, typically under the age of 45-50. Screening is critical for optimal outcomes.

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LiveSmart: Screening, Early Detection Critical for Treating Colon Cancer

March 12, 2024 Robert Webster Jr.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women. The good news is colorectal cancer is a disease that can be prevented through regular screenings, a healthy diet and regular exercise. Click here to learn when you should start screening.

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WAMC: Medical Monday with Dr. Ragavan Siddharthan

March 5, 2024 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Ragavan Siddharthan, M.D., a colorectal surgeon with Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery, discusses risk factors for colorectal cancer during an appearance on WAMC’s Medical Monday.

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