# Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC > Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC (FCRS) is a colorectal surgery practice in the Northern Virginia/DC Metro region, established in 1984, specializing in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques, including Robotic Colorectal Surgery. Established in 1984 by Dr. Donald Colvin, FCRS pioneered colon and rectal surgery in Northern Virginia. The practice has grown by adding highly skilled, fellowship-trained, board-certified colorectal surgeons and investing in state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. FCRS incorporates the latest proven diagnostic and surgical techniques, such as Robotic Colorectal Surgery, to achieve optimal patient outcomes. The practice maintains its founding values of meticulous surgical technique and scrupulous patient care. Disclaimer: This information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. ## Key Pages - [Home](https://www.envizionmedical.com/) - [Our History](https://www.envizionmedical.com/our-history) - [Services](https://www.envizionmedical.com/services) - [Providers](https://www.envizionmedical.com/providers) - [Locations](https://www.envizionmedical.com/locations) - [Blog](https://www.envizionmedical.com/blog-archive) - [Accessibility Statement](https://www.envizionmedical.com/accessibility-statement) - [Terms of Use](https://www.envizionmedical.com/our-terms) - [Privacy Statement](https://www.envizionmedical.com/your-privacy) ## Booking & Contact - [Schedule an Appointment](https://www.envizionmedical.com/schedule) - [Registration](https://www.envizionmedical.com/registration) - [Visit Information](https://www.envizionmedical.com/visit) - [Pay Now](https://www.envizionmedical.com/pay-now) - [Contact Us](https://www.envizionmedical.com/contact-us) - [Online Appointment Scheduling (Fairfax-Merrifield)](https://healow.com/apps/practice/fxfairfax-colon-rectal-surgery-fairfax-va-21102) - 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[Dr. Caroline Sanchez, MD, FACS, FASCRS](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/caroline-sanchez-md-facs-fascrs): Robotic Surgery Specialist - [Book an appointment with Dr. Sanchez](https://healow.com/apps/provider/caroline-sanchez-2062802) - [Dr. Katherine Khalifeh, MD, FACS, FASCRS](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/katherine-w-khalifeh-md-facs-fascrs): Robotic Surgery Specialist - [Book an appointment with Dr. Khalifeh](https://healow.com/apps/provider/katherine-khalifeh-2062794) - [Dr. Timothy Plerhoples, MD, MPH, FACS, FASCRS](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/timothy-a-plerhoples-md-facs-fascrs): Robotic Surgery Specialist - [Book an appointment with Dr. Plerhoples](https://healow.com/apps/provider/timothy-plerhoples-2062801) - [Dr. Christina Cheng, MD, FACS, FACRS](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/christina-cheng-md-facs-facrs): Robotic Surgery Specialist - [Book an appointment with Dr. Cheng](https://healow.com/apps/provider/timothy-plerhoples-2062801) - [Dr. John Tillou, MD, FACS, FASCRS](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/john-tillou-md-facs-fascrs): Robotic Surgery Specialist - [Book an appointment with Dr. Tillou](https://healow.com/apps/provider/john-tillou-2062804) - [Dr. Rebekah Kim, MD, FACS, FASCRS](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/rebekah-s-kim-md-facs-fascrs): Robotic Surgery Specialist - [Book an appointment with Dr. Kim](https://healow.com/apps/provider/rebekah-kim-2062796) - [Dr. Anna Kata, MD, MAS, FASCRS](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/anna-kata-md-mas-fascrs): Robotic Surgery Specialist - [Book an appointment with Dr. Kata](https://healow.com/apps/provider/anna-kata-3133952) - [Elizabeth York, PA-C](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/elizabeth-k-york-pa-c) - [Book an appointment with Elizabeth York](https://healow.com/apps/provider/elizabeth-york-2062805) - [Catherine Holder, PA-C](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/catherine-holder-pa-c) - [Cecilia Lynn, FNP-BC](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/cecilia-lynn-fnp-bc) - [Book an appointment with Cecilia Lynn](https://healow.com/apps/provider/cecilia-lynn-3179465) - [Alexandra Minutillo, PA-C](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/alexandra-minutillo-pa-c) - [Book an appointment with Alexandra Minutillo](https://healow.com/apps/provider/alexandra-minutillo-3415455) - [Dr. Donald Colvin, MD, FACS, FASCRS (Retired)](https://www.envizionmedical.com/provider/donald-b-colvin-md-facs-fascrs-retired) ## Services - [All Services](https://www.envizionmedical.com/services) - [Rectal Cancer](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/rectal-cancer): consultations for rectal cancer - [Rectal Prolapse](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/rectal-prolapse): consultations for rectal prolapse - [Colon Cancer](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/colon-cancer): consultations for colon cancer - [Hemorrhoids](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/hemorrhoids): consultations for hemorrhoids - [Anal Cancer](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/anal-cancer): consultations for anal cancer - [Constipation](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/constipation): consultations for constipation - [Abscess](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/abscess): consultations for abscesses - [Pilonidal Cyst](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/pilonidal-cyst): consultations for pilonidal cysts - [Ulcerative Colitis](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/ulcerative-colitis): consultations for ulcerative colitis - [Diverticulitis](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/diverticulitis): consultations for diverticulitis - [Crohn's Disease](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/crohn's-disease): consultations for Crohn's disease - [Anal Fistulas](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/anal-fistulas): consultations for anal fistulas - [Anal Fissure](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/anal-fissure): consultations for anal fissures - [Anal Pain](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/anal-pain): consultations for anal pain - [Anal Warts](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/anal-warts): consultations for anal warts - [Fecal Incontinence](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/fecal-incontinence): consultations for fecal incontinence - [Pelvic Floor Dysfunction](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/pelvic-floor-dysfunction): consultations for pelvic floor dysfunction - [Rectal Bleeding](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/rectal-bleeding): consultations for rectal bleeding - [Anoscopy](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/anoscopy): Anoscopy procedure - [Colonoscopy](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/colonoscopy): Colonoscopy procedure - [Fecal Incontinence Treatments](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/fecal-incontinence-treatments) - [Fistulotomy](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/fistulotomy): Fistulotomy procedure - [Flex Sigmoidoscopy](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/flex-sigmoidoscopy): Flexible sigmoidoscopy examination - [Genetic Testing for Colorectal Cancer](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/genetic-testing-for-colorectal-cancer) - [Hemorrhoidectomy](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/hemorrhoidectomy): Hemorrhoidectomy procedure - [High Resolution Anoscopy (HRA)](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/high-resolution-anoscopy-hra): High Resolution Anoscopy (HRA) diagnostic - [Laparoscopic Surgery](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/laparoscopic-surgery) - [Pelvic Floor Evaluation](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/pelvic-floor-evaluation) - [Pilonidal Laser Hair Removal](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/pilonidal-laser-hair-removal) - [Polypectomy](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/polypectomy): Polypectomy procedure - [Robotic Surgery (DaVinci)](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/robotic-surgery-da-vinci) - [Sphincterotomy](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/sphincterotomy) - [Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM)](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/transanal-endoscopic-microsurgery-tem) - [Transanal Hemorrhoidal Dearterialization (THD)](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/transanal-hemorrhoidal-dearterialization-thd): Transanal Hemorrhoidal Dearterialization (THD) surgery - [Pilonidal Disease Surgery](https://www.envizionmedical.com/service/pilonidal-disease-surgery) ## Policies - [Terms of Use](https://www.envizionmedical.com/our-terms) - [Privacy Statement](https://www.envizionmedical.com/your-privacy) - [Accessibility Statement](https://www.envizionmedical.com/accessibility-statement) - [Website Disclaimer](https://www.envizionmedical.com/website-disclaimer) ## Patient Resources - [Registration](https://www.envizionmedical.com/registration) - [Visit Information](https://www.envizionmedical.com/visit) - [Pay Now](https://www.envizionmedical.com/pay-now) - [Constipation Questionnaire](https://sa1s3.patientpop.com/assets/docs/355317.pdf) - [Fecal Incontinence Questionnaire](https://sa1s3.patientpop.com/assets/docs/355318.pdf) - [Anal Fissures Statistics (NCBI)](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK526063/) - [Chronic Anal Fissures (NCBI)](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK493213/) - [Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy (Cleveland Clinic)](https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/procedures/lateral-internal-sphincterotomy) ## Blog - [Blog Archive](https://www.orthopedicwellness.com/blog-archive) - [What We Want You to Know About Diverticulitis Surgery](https://www.orthopedicwellness.com/blog-archive/what-we-want-you-to-know-about-diverticulitis-surgery) - [Beyond Hemorrhoids: 9 Lesser-Known Causes of Rectal Bleeding](https://www.orthopedicwellness.com/blog-archive/beyond-hemorrhoids-9-lesser-known-causes-of-rectal-bleeding) - [When Do Anal Fissures Require Surgery?](https://www.orthopedicwellness.com/blog-archive/when-do-anal-fissures-require-surgery) - [Why Would I Need Colon Polyp Surgery, and What Does it Entail?](https://www.orthopedicwellness.com/blog-archive/why-would-i-need-colon-polyp-surgery-and-what-does-it-entail) - [Blog Archive](https://www.sepapain.com/blog-archive) - [Identifying Causes for Chronic Constipation & Fecal Incontinence](https://www.sepapain.com/blog/identifying-causes-for-chronic-constipation-fecal-incontinence) - [All Blog Posts](https://www.envizionmedical.com/blog-archive) - [When a Sphincterotomy Might Make Sense for Your Anal Fissure](https://www.envizionmedical.com/blog/when-a-sphincterotomy-might-make-sense-for-your-anal-fissure): You’ve been dealing with an anal fissure that’s causing you a good amount of grief. And you’re frustrated by the lack of results with conservative treatments, which means it’s time to explore a sphincterotomy.