Dr. Bradley H. Bennett, MD, FASCRS, FACS
Colon & Rectal Surgeon
4701 Randolph Road 203 Rockville MD, 20852About
Dr. Bradley Bennett is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Rockville and Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Bennett specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Bennett often treats conditions like rectal cancer, colon cancer, hemorrhoids, anal fissures and diverticulitis. Dr. Bennett is proficient in advanced Robotics. You may be referred to a colon and rectal specialist by your gastroenterologist or primary care physician.
Board Certification
American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Dr. Bradley H. Bennett, MD, FASCRS, FACS's Expert Contributions
Are there any home remedies for hemorrhoids?
All you can do for hemorrhoids is a high fiber diet. They don’t go away. READ MORE
Do all polyps turn into cancer?
Not necessarily but since we can’t be sure until the final pathology, all colon polyps are removed when discovered. READ MORE
What is the aftercare for hemorrhoid surgery like?
Your aftercare instructions will be given to you by your surgeon. General guidelines would be lots of fluids, stop pain meds as soon as you are able as they cause constipation, fiber supplement, and stool softeners. READ MORE
Is it possible to have colonic polyps when you're young?
Yes it is possible to get polyps at a young age but is not likely the reason for your pain. You should be evaluated by a colon and rectal for your rectal pain. READ MORE
Surgery for my bleeding hemorrhoids?
You need to be examined by a colon and rectal surgeon. READ MORE
My mother has a problem of impacted stools. What can we do for it?
She needs to see a specialist to determine the cause and then propose a solution. READ MORE
Colonoscopy question
No. You will have monitored sedation. READ MORE
Constant anal itching
There are many causes of anal itching with pain and bleeding. A colon and rectal doctor should examine the area and offer treatment options. READ MORE
Will a good diet detox help clean my colon?
You don’t need to clean the colon. The colon is healthiest when it has a good balance of bacteria. READ MORE
How is anal incontinence treated?
Unlikely, but he should be evaluated by a colon and rectal surgeon to manage his colon issues. READ MORE
Why do I have a little bleeding after my colonoscopy?
It COULD be that internal hemorrhoids were disturbed during your colonoscopy. READ MORE
How do you identify anal fissures?
It is diagnosed by a colon and rectal surgeon. Typically it is mainly a visual exam because it is so painful. READ MORE
What are the chances that my polyps could be cancer?
Unfortunately you need to wait for the biopsy results. READ MORE
How will Dicylomine work on treating my IBD?
It is an antispasmodic that cuts down on cramping. READ MORE
Can lower back pain cause pain in my rectum?
No it can not cause pain in the rectum. READ MORE
What is the diet recommended to manage diverticulosis?
High fiber diet is recommended. READ MORE
Is surgery necessary for diverticulitis?
It may or may not be necessary but it is important for your father to be evaluated by a colon and rectal surgeon. There are many different circumstances but if your father needs surgery, it is much better to be done electively rather than as an emergency. READ MORE
Is there a diet specific for a person suffering with IBD?
High fiber diet with Citrucel. READ MORE
Can hemorrhoids cause internal injury?
Hemorrhoid creams do not work long term and in some cases cause harm. You should be evaluated by a colon and rectal surgeon in the office. READ MORE
When should I start going to a proctologist?
For that you need to see a urologist not a proctologist. READ MORE
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor Surgery George Washington University - 2017
Awards
- Top Doctors 2017 Washingtonian
- Top Doctor 2017 Castle Connolly
- America's Most Honored Professionals-Top 10% 2017
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Get to know Colon and Rectal Surgeon Dr. Bradley H. Bennett, who serves patients in Rockville, Maryland.
Dr. Bennett is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon serving patients at Metro Colon and Rectal Surgery PC, located in Rockville, Maryland. The practice has been providing quality care to the Washington Metro community for over 25 years. Its mission is to provide patients with exceptional service in a friendly and professional environment.
Dr. Bennett also works as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at George Washington University. In the past, he worked as Chief of the Department of Surgery at Holy Cross Hospital.
Dr. Bennet is affiliated with several hospitals in the Maryland area, including Holy Cross Hospital, Holy Cross Germantown Hospital, Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, and Suburban Hospital.
Dr. Bennett previously served in public health at the National Institutes of Health. Currently, he maintains national certification from the prestigious American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery, the American Board of Surgery and the National Board of Medical Examiners.
Originally from Evansville, Indiana, Dr. Bennett pursued his education at Tufts University in Boston before attending medical school at the Georgetown University School of Medicine. He chose to remain in the DC area in order to complete his internship and residency at George Washington University, as well as his fellowship training at Suburban Hospital.
As a member of the American Medical Association and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, Dr. Bennett meets the standards and guidelines required of the nation’s leading physicians and surgeons. He believes that excellent patient care is rooted in experience, ongoing education and advancements in modern medical technology. Over the years, his commitment to continued training has led to advanced training in robotic and laparoscopic colon and rectal surgery, as well as transanal endoscopic microsurgery and transanal hemorrhoidal dearterialization.
Colorectal surgery is a field in medicine dealing with disorders of the rectum, anus, and colon. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Bennett specializes in the preoperative, operative, and postoperative care of patients with colorectal disorders. He offers treatment for a wide range of conditions, including cancers of the colon and rectum, polyps of the colon and rectum, diverticular disease, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, volvulus, anorectal abscesses and fistulas, fissures, hemorrhoids, pilonidal disease, inflammatory bowel diseases, colorectal cancer, colorectal genetic testing, anal pain and itching, hereditary polyposis syndromes, rectal prolapse, fecal incontinence, and anal warts (condyloma acuminate).
Dr. Bennett holds the honor of being voted one of the area’s top doctors by both peers and patients. He was named Super Doctor by Washington Post Magazine, Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook, Top Doctor by Castle Connolly, as well as Regional Top Doctor for the Washington DC/ Baltimore area.
In his spare time, Dr. Bennett enjoys spending time with his wife and beloved pet dog. He also enjoys playing golf, skiing, and catching up with his daughter, who is currently away doing graduate work at the University of Cambridge, U.K.
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