Elizabeth R. Raskin, M.D., is Surgical Director for the Margolis Family Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Program within the Digestive Health Institute at Hoag. A colorectal surgeon with approximately 20 years of experience advancing state-of-the-art technologies and innovative surgical techniques, Dr. Raskin understands the importance of how medical care is delivered and provides cutting-edge, comprehensive care to provide better surgical treatment and improved patient recovery. Specializing in the treatment of complex colon, rectal and anal conditions, including laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgical techniques, Dr. Raskin believes we must use our experience, instinct and imagination to reach beyond traditional boundaries to pave the way for better healthcare today and tomorrow. Skilled in minimally invasive surgery, she has a keen interest in examining how robotic surgery and developing technologies can improve patient treatment options and outcomes. As a researcher, Dr. Raskin has specific interests in IBD, complex diverticular disease, and ostomy creation and care. She has written and contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications and textbooks and has presented multiple national and international lectures on a wide array of colorectal topics. Dr. Raskin lectures, teaches and trains surgeons of all levels, allied health representatives and industry on robotics. As a perpetual student, Dr. Raskin is uniquely interested in energy medicine and functional healing as an adjunct to surgical care.