Dr Zhifei Sun is a Colon and Rectal Surgeon and Assistant Professor of Surgery at MedStar Georgetown University Medical Center. He trained at Duke University and completed a fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery at Washington University in St. Louis. Dr Sun uses minimally invasive techniques to treat colon and rectal diseases like diverticulitis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and colorectal cancer. He is also interested in using new technology, like machine learning, to improve surgery. He has written over 50 research papers and often speaks at national meetings. Dr Sun values clear, honest communication and works closely with patients, acting as a “quarterback” to guide their care.