The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons Scientific Meeting is designed for colon and rectal surgeons as well as general surgeons and others involved in the treatment of diseases affecting the colon, rectum and anus. The goal is to improve the quality of patient care by maintaining, developing and enhancing the knowledge, skills, professional performance and multidisciplinary relationships necessary for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders affecting the colon, rectum and anus.