Abraham El-Sedfy, MD

"I got into medicine to care for people during their most vulnerable state. A cancer diagnosis can be devastating for both patients and their families. I am here for you through the entire journey."

Abraham El-Sedfy, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained colon and rectal surgeon, specializing in the surgical and nonsurgical treatment of conditions affecting the colon, rectum, and anus.  As Chief of the Division of Colon & Rectal Surgery at St. Joseph’s Health, he is an expert of diagnosing and treating a wide range of issues including colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, hemorrhoids, and pelvic floor disorders.  Dr. El-Sedfy is a leader in robotic surgery and advanced laparoscopic techniques that result in less pain, smaller scars, and faster recovery times.

Dr. El-Sedfy received his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine. He completed his general surgery residency at St. Barnabas Medical Center, followed by a surgical oncology research fellowship at the University of Toronto and a colon and rectal surgery fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital.