James W. Thiele, MD, FACS, FASCRS

Dr. Thiele provides comprehensive colon, rectal and endoscopic services for adolescent and adult patients. This includes colon resections and other procedures on the large and small intestines, including those afflicted with Crohn's disease. In addition, the full gamut of anorectal surgical expertise is available, including hemorrhoid, fissure and fistula treatment. Lower endoscopy, i.e. colonoscopy or flexible sigmoidoscopy, is available both from a diagnostic and therapeutic vantage. Dr. Thiele is specially trained in da Vinci robotic surgery for all aspects of colorectal disease.Top 1% Patient ExperienceThis provider ranks in the top 1% nationally in patient experience, based on scores from the "Care Provider Overall" question on surveys completed with Press Ganey.One of Newsweek's 2025 America's Leading DoctorsNewsweek has named Dr. James Thiele to its America’s Leading Doctors 2025 in Colorectal Surgery, which recognizes top-performing colorectal surgeons in the country. See the full listPatient ResourcesBowel Prep Instructions