Specialties
Education
- MD, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI
- General Surgery Residency, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR
- Colon & Rectal Surgery Fellowship, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, MO
Clinical Specialties
Dr. Rahman is a fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon. He has specific expertise in the surgical treatment of colon, rectal, and anal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease), diverticulitis, pelvic floor disorders, and other benign conditions affecting the colon, rectum, and anus.
His practice includes minimally invasive surgical techniques including laparoscopy, robotic surgery and transanal minimally invasive surgery.
Research Interests
Dr. Rahman’s research interests focus on early-onset colorectal cancer, particularly the role of the tumor immune microenvironment and the gut microbiome in cancer development and progression. His work explores how immune pathways may contribute to the distinct biology of colorectal cancer in younger patients. His overarching goal is to translate these biological insights into more personalized care for patients with colorectal cancer.
Recent Publications
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitor (ACEI) and Angiotensin Receptor Blocker (ARB) Use are Associated With Increased Readmission After Ileostomy Creation.
Gan CY, Rahman S, Flerchinger SR, Barton JS
Am Surg 2025 Apr; 91(4): 556-560
[PubMed ID: 39656102]Shotgun injury: don't forget the wad.
Rahman S, Patel RK, Sun JX, Brasel K
BMJ Case Rep 2024 Nov 26; 17(11)
[PubMed ID: 39603679]Combinatorial Inhibition of Complement Factor D and BCL2 for Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer.
Rahman S, Affleck AG, Ruhl RA, Patel RK, Gao L, Brinkerhoff BT, Tsikitis VL, Anand S
Dis Colon Rectum 2024 Jul 01; 67(7): 940-950
[PubMed ID: 38479005]Medical Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Rahman S, Patel RK, Boden E, Tsikitis VL
Surg Clin North Am 2024 Jun; 104(3): 657-671
[PubMed ID: 38677828]The Hallmarks of Circulating Hybrid Cells.
Patel RK, Parappilly M, Rahman S, Schwantes IR, Sewell M, Giske NR, Whalen RM, Durmus NG, Wong MH
Results Probl Cell Differ 2024; 71: 467-485
[PubMed ID: 37996690]