Alan J. Gandler, MD

Penn Colon and Rectal Surgery Washington Square in Philadelphia, PA, stands as a specialized healthcare facility within the esteemed Penn Medicine network. Known for its focus on colon and rectal health, this center delivers expert care in gastrointestinal surgery and treatments. Emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach, the facility integrates cutting-edge medical practices with compassionate patient support, ensuring comprehensive and personalized care for individuals. Located in the heart of Philadelphia, this center benefits from its affiliation with the University of Pennsylvania, enabling access to top-tier medical expertise and research. With a commitment to excellence in colon and rectal healthcare, Penn Colon and Rectal Surgery Washington Square upholds the tradition of innovative research and patient-centered care that defines the renowned Penn Medicine institution. Generated using this brand's available information

Dr. Dedhia is one of the first 10 otolaryngologists in the U.S. to complete a fellowship in sleep medicine, providing him a deep-seated understanding of obstructive sleep apnea. He provides all medical and surgical options for the disease, including the full gamut of sleep surgery such as drug-induced sleep endoscopy, reconstructive nasal surgery, soft tissue surgery, hypoglossal nerve stimulation and skeletal surgery. While serving as Director of Sleep Surgery at Emory University (prior to coming to Penn) from 2015-2019, he established an international reputation in sleep surgery. Dr. Dedhia holds a Masters in Clinical Research which has paved the way for his role as a leading researcher in obstructive sleep apnea. He has received 3 foundation grants (American Heart Association, American Sleep Medicine Foundation and Triological Society) related to cardiovascular disease in sleep apnea. Most recently, Dr. Dedhia's team received a multi-million, 5-year grant from the National Institutes of Health to better understand alternatives to CPAP. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles and serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine. He regularly lectures for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and American Academy of Otolaryngology.

Steven B. Cannady, MD is a head and neck surgeon and serves as director of microvascular surgery for Penn Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. His clinical practice and expertise is in head and neck tumor surgery, including parotid gland, thyroid gland, skin, and mucosal cancers involving the head and neck. In addition, Dr. Cannady focuses his practice on the reconstruction of the head and neck following tumor surgery or treatments such as radiation or chemotherapy. As a reconstructive specialist, the goal of any consultation is to provide patients with the best opportunity to restore both form and function including speech and swallowing. Advances in reconstructive surgery have afforded patients, affected by head and neck cancer, the opportunity to look and feel better after their cancer is cured. In addition, Dr. Cannady is active in performing research focused on cancer outcomes as well as functional outcomes following treatment - helping define the national discussion surrounding best practices in cancer care and reconstructive options offered to patients. He is an active member of regional and national societies, serving in leadership roles that help improve care for cancer patients, reconstructive options, and survivorship care. Recognized in Philadelphia magazine's annual Top Docs issues for 2018, 2020 and 2021