St. Joseph’s Health Welcomes Heitham H. Wady, MD, Colorectal Surgeon

SYRACUSE, N.Y. –  St. Joseph’s Physicians Surgical Services is pleased to welcome Heitham H. Wady, MD, a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon, to its surgical team. Dr. Wady provides comprehensive care for patients with diseases and disorders of the colon, rectum and anus, utilizing advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques.

Prior to joining St. Joseph’s, Dr. Wady practiced with Colon Rectal Associates of Central New York, caring for patients throughout the Syracuse region. A Syracuse native, he earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University, completed his general surgery residency at Stony Brook University Hospital, and pursued fellowship training in Colon and Rectal Surgery at Allegheny Health Network. He obtained his bachelor's degree in chemistry from New York University.

“I am absolutely thrilled and honored to join the exceptional team at St. Joseph’s Health as a colorectal surgeon,” said Dr. Wady. “Being in Syracuse is deeply meaningful to me, and I am excited to care for the community that raised me. St. Joseph’s combines outstanding clinical resources, an advanced robotic surgery program and a truly collaborative culture that allows us to provide the highest level of care for our patients.”

Dr. Wady specializes in the treatment of a wide range of colorectal conditions, including colorectal cancer, diverticular disease, inflammatory bowel disease, benign anorectal disorders and other complex colorectal conditions. His expertise includes minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical approaches designed to enhance precision, reduce recovery times and improve patient outcomes.

“My passion for colorectal surgery stems from the perfect intersection of complex science, advanced technology and deeply impactful patient care,” Dr. Wady said. “These conditions are often deeply personal and can significantly affect quality of life. Having the opportunity to restore a patient’s health, comfort and confidence is both a privilege and the most rewarding part of what I do.”

Throughout his training, Dr. Wady has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications, presentations and surgical research projects, including work focused on robotic surgery, colorectal disease management and surgical innovation. He is a member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Wady enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons. His interests include traveling, swimming, chess and cooking for family and friends.

“Balancing the demands of surgery with family life and personal interests keeps me grounded and energized,” Dr. Wady said. “I look forward to building lasting relationships with patients and helping improve their health and quality of life right here in the community I am proud to call home.”

Dr. Wady is seeing patients at 5100 West Taft Road, Suite 1C, Liverpool and 4100 Medical Center Drive, Fayetteville. Call 315-634-3399 for an appointment.


About St. Joseph’s Health
St. Joseph’s Health, a non-profit health care system in Syracuse, New York, has been a trailblazer in the field since 1869 when it became the city’s first public hospital. Its commitment to exceptional care is evident in a network of acute, ambulatory, primary and specialty care services and partner care facilities providing a range of services to promote long-term health in the communities we serve. St. Joseph’s has been ranked by Consumer Reports among the top 15 heart surgery centers in the country, is a designated Primary Stroke Center, and is consistently named a Best Regional Hospital and #1 in the Syracuse Metro area by US News and World Report. St. Joseph’s Health is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and compassionate patient care. From pioneering ambulance services in Syracuse to being the first in Central New York to use DaVinci robotic surgery technology in an outpatient facility, St. Joseph’s legacy of firsts demonstrates its ongoing commitment to leading medical advancements. Affiliated with St. Joseph’s Physicians and a member of Trinity Health, St. Joseph’s Health is your trusted partner in health, combining a rich history with a forward-thinking approach to ensure the health and well-being of our communities.

About Trinity Health
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, its annual operating revenue in FY2023 was $21.6 billion with $1.5 billion returned to its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.

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