As a colorectal surgeon, I use minimally invasive techniques to treat cancer including laparoscopic, robotic and transanal approaches. In addition, I am the director of our surgical endoscopy center where we help the community access screening for colorectal cancers and other conditions.

I chose this field because of my exposure to wonderful, talented and caring mentors during medical school and residency rotations, as well as from my research experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City.

Since I believe the best approach to care is a collaborative partnership that takes individual patient needs into account, I work together with my patients to help achieve the best outcome to speed recovery and maximize overall health. I bring to the table my skills, experience and education, but my patients bring a deep understanding of their own bodies that no one else can match. As my patient, you can be confident knowing I am here to listen – and to partner with you to deliver the best possible custom-tailored care.

Conditions I Treat

- Colon cancer/polyps
- Rectal cancer
- Anal cancer
- Appendiceal cancer
-Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis)
-Diverticulitis

Certified Specialties

Colon & Rectal Surgery - American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery

Surgery (General Surgery) - American Board of Surgery

Faculty Appointments

Associate Professor - Department of Surgery, Colorectal Surgery (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Colon & Rectal Surgery, Washington University in St. Louis. 2008 - 2009

Residency, Surgery (General Surgery), New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell. 2001 - 2008

Internship, Surgery (General Surgery), New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell. 2000 - 2001

Education

MD | Weill Medical College of Cornell University. 2000

Awards

Administrative Chief Resident. 2007 - 2008

Rosenkrantz Resident Research Award. 2003

G. Thomas Shires II Prize in General Surgery. 2000

Papanicolaou Fellow in Anatomy. 2000

David P. Barr Research Fellowship. 1997

Publications

Journal Articles

Functioning within the dysfunction: practical approaches to reducing surgeon burnout.

Cellini C

The British journal of surgery.. 2022 March 30 Epub 03/30/2022.

Readmissions With Dehydration After Ileostomy Creation: Rethinking Risk Factors.

Justiniano CF, Temple LK, Swanger AA, Xu Z, Speranza JR, Cellini C, Salloum RM, Fleming FJ

Diseases of the colon and rectum.. 2018 November 61 (11):1297-1305. Epub 1900 01 01.

Who gets a pouch after colectomy in New York state and why?

Aquina CT, Fleming FJ, Becerra AZ, Hensley BJ, Noyes K, Monson JRT, Temple LK, Cellini C

Surgery.. 2018 February 163 (2):305-310. Epub 10/13/2017.

Postoperative pain control.

Garimella V, Cellini C

Clinics in colon and rectal surgery.. 2013 September 26 (3):191-6. Epub 1900 01 01.

Association between operative approach and complications in patients undergoing Hartmann's reversal.

Cellini C, Deeb AP, Sharma A, Monson JR, Fleming FJ

The British journal of surgery.. 2013 July 100 (8):1094-9. Epub 05/21/2013.

Stage IV rectal cancer with liver metastases: is there a benefit to resection of the primary tumor?

Cellini C, Hunt SR, Fleshman JW, Birnbaum EH, Bierhals AJ, Mutch MG

World journal of surgery.. 2010 May 34 (5):1102-8. Epub 1900 01 01.

Surgical management of pyogenic complications of Crohn's disease.

Cellini C, Safar B, Fleshman J

Inflammatory bowel diseases.. 2010 March 16 (3):512-7. Epub 1900 01 01.

Lupus-associated vasculitis manifesting as acute appendicitis in a 16 year old girl.

Cellini C, Hoda SA, Spigland N

Pediatric rheumatology online journal.. 2008 June 276 :10. Epub 06/27/2008.

Effect of esophageal ligation on small intestinal development in normal and growth-retarded fetal rabbits.

Cellini C, Xu J, Buchmiller TL

Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition.. 2006 September 43 (3):291-8. Epub 1900 01 01.

Effect of epidermal growth factor on small intestinal sodium/glucose cotransporter-1 expression in a rabbit model of intrauterine growth retardation.

Cellini C, Xu J, Buchmiller-Crair T

Journal of pediatric surgery.. 2005 December 40 (12):1892-7. Epub 1900 01 01.

Multiple re-excisions versus mastectomy in patients with persistent residual disease following breast conservation surgery.

Cellini C, Huston TL, Martins D, Christos P, Carson J, Kemper S, Simmons RM

American journal of surgery.. 2005 June 189 (6):662-6. Epub 1900 01 01.

Factors associated with residual breast cancer after re-excision for close or positive margins.

Cellini C, Hollenbeck ST, Christos P, Martins D, Carson J, Kemper S, Lavigne E, Chan E, Simmons R

Annals of surgical oncology.. 2004 October 11 (10):915-20. Epub 09/20/2004.

Effect of epidermal growth factor infusion on fetal rabbit intrauterine growth retardation and small intestinal development.

Cellini C, Xu J, Arriaga A, Buchmiller-Crair TL

Journal of pediatric surgery.. 2004 June 39 (6):891-7; discussion 891-7. Epub 1900 01 01.

Breast cancer in patients with residual invasive carcinoma is more accurately staged with additive tumor size assessment.

Hollenbeck ST, Cellini C, Christos P, Varnado-Rhodes Y, Martins D, Nussbaum M, Osborne MP, Simmons RM

Annals of surgical oncology.. 2004 January 11 (1):59-64. Epub 1900 01 01.

Limitations of family cancer history assessment at initial surgical consultation.

Ruo L, Cellini C, La-Calle JP, Murray M, Thaler HT, Quan SH, Guillem JG

Diseases of the colon and rectum.. 2001 January 44 (1):98-103; discussion 103-4. Epub 1900 01 01.

Genetic analysis of the mobilization and leading regions of the IncN plasmids pKM101 and pCU1.

Paterson ES, Moré MI, Pillay G, Cellini C, Woodgate R, Walker GC, Iyer VN, Winans SC

Journal of bacteriology.. 1999 April 181 (8):2572-83. Epub 1900 01 01.

Varying features of early age-of-onset "sporadic" and hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer patients.

Guillem JG, Puig-La Calle J, Cellini C, Murray M, Ng J, Fazzari M, Paty PB, Quan SH, Wong WD, Cohen AM

Diseases of the colon and rectum.. 1999 January 42 (1):36-42. Epub 1900 01 01.

The hydrophobic TraM protein of pKM101 is required for conjugal transfer and sensitivity to donor-specific bacteriophage.

Cellini C, Kalogeraki VS, Winans SC

Plasmid.. 1997 37 (3):181-8. Epub 1900 01 01.

Books

The ASCRS Textbook of Colon and Rectal Surgery (2011)

Chapter: Surgical Management of Colon Cancer

Authors: Cellini, C., Mutch, M.G.

Publisher: Springer 2011

Advanced Therapy of Breast Disease (2004)

Chapter: Percutaneous Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques in the Treatment of Breast Disease

Authors: Simmons, RM: Cellini, C.

Publisher: Decker, Ontario, BC 2004

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

During this visit, did this provider spend enough time with you?

4.9

During this visit, did this provider show respect for what you had to say?

4.9

During this visit did this provider give you easy to understand information about these health questions or concerns?

4.9

During this visit, did this provider listen carefully to you?

4.9

During this visit, did this provider explain things in a way that was easy to understand?

4.9

Patient Comments

Dr. Cellini and her PA were totally awesome. I came in fearful and all of my questions were answered. We reviewed the CT scans. We discussed treatment options.

Sep 29, 2024

3.0

She just wasn't as personable as I expected.

Jun 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Cellini is world class surgical talent and a down to earth person who meets you at your level. She provides exceptional medical and patient care

Jun 03, 2024

5.0

Outstanding Doctor

Apr 28, 2024

5.0

I was a bit overwhelmed at my diagnosis from my primary and gastro physician, but felt more comfortable after meeting and talking with Dr. Cellini

Mar 19, 2024

5.0

Doctor Cellini explained everything!

Jan 24, 2024

5.0

One of the best doctos I've had the pleasure to meet.

Oct 19, 2023

5.0

Good

Sep 17, 2023

5.0

Dr Cellini is a dedicated professional and I am fortunate to have her

Aug 25, 2023

5.0

I feel I get excellent care from this provider. I have full confidence in the staff as well.

Aug 06, 2023

5.0

Love Dr. C!

Jun 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Cellini is very good doctor and covered everything with me covered all my questions and made sure I was comfortable with surgery.

Dec 05, 2022

5.0

Dr.Cellini has an easygoing manner. Very easy to talk to.

Nov 13, 2022

3.8

Dr C is excellent!!

Oct 13, 2022

5.0

I have already recommended Dr Cellini to others. She is a wonderful provider!

Sep 02, 2022

5.0

Dr. Cellini is the best in my book right from the start she explained everything. I was very comfortable.

Aug 26, 2022

5.0

Very good.

Jul 11, 2022

5.0

Very good experience

Jul 11, 2022

2.6

Dr. Cellini deals w/cancer on a daily basis, for me it was the 1st time. At times she could express a little more compassion - I am terrified - to her I am just someone else w/cancer.

Jun 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Cellini went out of her way to help me get the care I need. It was refreshing and gave me hope that not all is lost of good medical care.

Jun 25, 2022

5.0

Great doctor and nice person.

Jun 12, 2022

5.0

I have full confidence in Dr Cellini

May 23, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor. The right blend of professional & human caring.

Apr 19, 2022

5.0

Dr Cellini is one of the best doctors I have been to. She makes you feel very comfortable during a very uncomfortable type of visit. Her knowledge and ability to communicate with the patient is exceptional.

Apr 13, 2022

5.0

Problem & treatment well explained.

Mar 04, 2022