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Matthew Giglia, MD

Colon and Rectal Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Matthew Giglia, MD
4.9 of 5 Stars
Based on 75 Patient Verified Ratings
Languages
  • English
Specialties
  • Colon and Rectal Surgery
  • General Surgery
Years Practicing
7
Gender
Male
Partnerships
  • Logo: Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center: Making Cancer History

Matthew Giglia, MD

Colon and Rectal Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Primary Location
17050 Medical Center Dr 2nd Floor
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
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Biography

Dr. Matthew Giglia is a colon and rectal surgeon at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center. He earned his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and his Doctor of Medicine degree from LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and his colon and rectal surgery fellowship at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center (Case Western Reserve University). Dr. Giglia is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and the Louisiana State Medical Society. He is double board certified in general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. Dr. Giglia's specific areas of professional interest include surgical management of colon and rectal cancer, laparoscopic and robotic colon and rectal surgery, surgical management of inflammatory bowel disease (Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis), treatment of anorectal disease (fistulas, hemorrhoids, fissures) and management of diverticular disease.

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Education and Training

Medical School

LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
Field of Study: Medicine

Internship

University of Alabama at Birmingham - GME
Field of Study: Intern Year of general Surgery

Residency

University of Alabama at Birmingham - GME
Field of Study: General Surgery

Fellowship

University Hospitals of Cleveland
Field of Study: Colorectal Surgery

Certifications

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

Featured Media

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Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews

All patient experience ratings and comments are submitted by Ochsner Health patients through post-care surveys. Only surveys administered by Ochsner Health are displayed, and reviews are confidential to ensure privacy. Not all reviews submitted from patients included a comment.

November 2024

It was excellent!

November 2024

I would highly recommend this team to someone in need of this type of care.

November 2024

Made comfortable. Answered questions.

November 2024

The doctor and his assistant were very friendly and helpful in both explaining and listening to me

November 2024

Dr Giglia explained everything. He explained all details about the surgery and made sure all of my concerns were covered.

October 2024

Dr. Giglia Is the best. I am thankful he is part of my care team. I am truly blessed with his compassion and knowledge.

October 2024

The care provider (Dr. Giglia) was concerned about my care. He discussed risks, benefits. I would likely recommend this dr. to others.

October 2024

My experience was very good

September 2024

All good

September 2024

I would recommend this provider to everyone who needs this kind of care highly!

August 2024

Physician and Nurse gave excellent service and advise

August 2024

Dr. Giglia was extremely caring & patient with me. He answered all my questions- he used images as well to explain. He also accepted my desire for a second opinion and gave me another name of a surgeon to consult.

August 2024

Highly professional and supportive.

August 2024

Very Good

August 2024

Very pleased

July 2024

I like the doctor very much, he has a great sense of humor!

July 2024

My situation was thoroughly explained to me with opportunities for me to ask questions.

July 2024

Pleasant.

July 2024

Dr. GIGLIA is my cheerleader after cancer and I will forever be his. He and his staff are excellent, always helpful, answers all questions and makes sure you understand all steps.

July 2024

100% recommend Dr. Giglia and his entire team.