Dr. Thomas M. Ward Is Now Providing Colon and Rectal Treatment, and Surgical Care in the Athens Area

University Health Alliance (UHA), a multi-disciplinary practice focusing on prevention and coordinated care, welcomes Dr. Thomas Ward, a colorectal surgeon. Now offering colon and rectal treatment and surgical care, Dr. Ward is seeing patients at the UHA Colorectal (3320 Old Jefferson Road, Building 700, Athens).

Dr. Ward’s career path was guided by his passion for science and the opportunity to apply that knowledge to assist patients. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Georgia with a degree in biochemistry and molecular biology and a minor in religion, and he earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine.

He then completed his general surgery residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. During residency, he completed a surgical artificial intelligence and innovation research fellowship. After residency, he trained at the Cleveland Clinic for its colorectal surgery fellowship.

“It’s exciting to be a part of a practice that is making a difference in the lives of patients daily,” says Dr. Ward. “I’m privileged to support UHA’s services and collaborate with professionals committed to providing exceptional care.”

Dr. Ward is an active member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. He is a peer-reviewed author published in a variety of medical journals covering topics such as medical imaging, surgical endoscopy, diseases of the colon and rectum, robotics, surgical oncology, and more.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Ward, visit UniversityHealthAlliance.com or call 762-316-2035.

University Health Alliance allows access to comprehensive, world-class healthcare in the greater Athens area. The practice coordinates preventative, next-level patient care, utilizing an integrated network of physicians and medical professionals. Surgical programs and specialties include breast surgery, colorectal surgery, family medicine, primary care, medical oncology, radiation oncology, gastroenterology, breast health, hematology, and more. University Health Alliance streamlines communication and closes the gap between providers, elevating convenience as well as potential outcomes.

University Health Alliance is brought to you by the trusted team at University Cancer & Blood Center, a leading oncology and hematology practice for Northeast Georgia. University Health Alliance is a division of University Cancer & Blood Center, LLC.