Fellowship-Trained Colorectal Specialists Serving the Triangle
The Colorectal Division of North Carolina Surgery at UNC REX is home to our team of experienced, Raleigh-based colorectal surgeons. We diagnose and treat a wide range of colon and rectal diseases, from common anorectal conditions to complex colorectal cancers and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). As part of the nationally recognized UNC Health® system, our colorectal surgery practice serves patients from throughout Raleigh, Cary, Wake Forest, Apex, Holly Springs, Durham, and the surrounding Triangle communities.
Meet Our Colorectal Surgeons
Our surgeons bring diverse clinical experience to the care of patients with both routine and complex colorectal conditions.
Timothy Sadiq, MD, FACS
Dr. Timothy Sadiq grew up in Kansas, where he completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Kansas and medical degree at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Sadiq finished his residency in general surgery at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a fellowship in colorectal surgery at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington, Massachusetts.
In 2007, Dr. Sadiq returned to UNC Chapel Hill to join the faculty, where he practiced for 13 years before transitioning to UNC REX in 2020. He enjoys providing care to diverse patient populations across the full spectrum of colorectal surgery, particularly inflammatory bowel disease and complex re-operative surgery.
Laura Altom, MD, MSPH
Dr. Altom attended medical school at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. She then completed her general surgery residency and Master’s in Public Health at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and went on to complete a Colorectal Surgery fellowship at The Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana. She has been with our practice since 2016.
In her free time, she enjoys the mountains, spending time with her dog Riley, hiking, kayaking, gardening, and listening to all genres of music. Dr. Altom is an expert in minimally invasive surgery for colorectal cancer and diverticulitis, as well as treatment of anorectal diseases. She is able to see patients in several locations, including Raleigh, Cary, and Holly Springs.
Meridith Ginesi, MD
Meridith Ginesi, MD, grew up in Ohio, where she attended The Ohio State University College of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency at Summa Akron City Hospital. She then went on to complete a fellowship focusing on advanced minimally invasive colorectal techniques and research at University Hospitals Cleveland before doing her colorectal fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Florida.
Dr. Ginesi operates on the full breadth of colorectal issues, including cancers of the colon, rectum and anus, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, and anorectal complaints. She has presented colorectal research both nationally and internationally and has won awards for research and teaching. She has a strong focus in minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopic, robotic, and endoscopic technologies. Outside of work, she enjoys kayaking, going to the beach, and spending time with her dog.
Andrew Antill, MD
Dr. Andrew Antill completed medical school at Louisiana State University before finishing his general surgery residency at the University of Tennessee, where he served as Chief Resident. He went on to complete advanced fellowship training in colorectal surgery at Indiana University, developing expertise in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases affecting the colon, rectum, and anus.
Dr. Antill is committed to creating a welcoming environment where patients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment decisions. He believes that clear communication and compassionate care are essential to achieving the best possible outcomes. Dr. Antill sees patients at UNC REX locations in Raleigh, Cary, and Garner, helping expand access to specialized colorectal surgery throughout the region.
