Dr. Kristen Leigh Coleman, DO

Dr. Kristen Coleman saw a number of doctors as a child, which kick-started her interest in becoming a physician herself. Surgery satisfied her desire to offer patients a definitive fix for a problem. She now specializes in colon and rectal surgery, due to the broad range of conditions and procedures involved. She values the team approach, working closely with multiple specialists to tailor each patient’s treatment plan.As a board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeon, Dr Coleman sees adults to diagnose and treat conditions of the lower gastrointestinal tract, including the colon, rectum and anus. She builds trusting relationships with her patients, letting them know they are heard, respected and cared for. She believes in shared decision-making and provides her patients with the information and options they need to choose the appropriate treatment plan. She encourages everyone to eliminate ultra-processed foods and stay active to promote gut health.An Indiana native, Dr. …Coleman enjoys quality time with friends and family, exercising, reading and being outdoors.Practice Focus Surgical management of colon and rectal benign and malignant disease Colon cancer Rectal cancer Anorectal benign disease Complex robotic surgery Sphincter-preserving surgery Rectal prolapse Inflammatory bowel disease Laproscopic and robotic surgery