William J. Harb, M.D.

William J. Harb, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colorectal surgeon, specializing in the treatment of diseases of the colon and rectum. Dr. Harb’s specialty includes the diagnosis, treatment and management of colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), as well as common problems such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and fistulas.

Upon completion of both his medical degree and general surgery training at the University of Tennessee in Memphis, Dr. Harb furthered his training at the renowned M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, continuing with a colorectal surgery fellowship in Pittsburgh at West Penn Allegheny Health System. Dr. Harb is published within several national journals and has presented his research nationally..

Dr. Harb’s clinical interests include laparoscopic colon surgery and treating inherited colon and rectal cancer. Through his dedication and national recognition with hereditary colorectal cancer, genetic testing has become an integral part of his practice.

Dr. Harb is a fellow of both The American College of Surgeons and The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, as well as a member of the Tennessee Medical Association, the Nashville Academy of Medicine and the Nashville Surgical Society. He is active on many national and state committees. Dr. Harb and his partners of Cumberland Surgical Associates are active members of the Baptist Hospital medical staff; treating patients at their Baptist office, Cool Springs location and regional clinic locations.

In his personal time, he enjoys reading, hunting, and scuba diving, as well as being an avid Tennessee Vols fan. As a colorectal surgeon, Dr. Harb specializes in anorectal diseases and is currently accepting new patients.  Call (615) 329-7933 for an appointment.

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  Many patients think their problem is "hemorrhoids" when it is something entirely different, such as anal fissure, fistula, or even a serious problem such as anal or rectal cancer. Symptoms should always be evaluated by a specialist before treatment begins. Many doctors who treat anal problems are not trained in this type of evaluation.
  All of our physicians are board certified are members of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Ask your doctor what kind of training he or she has in the treatment of these conditions.