Stephanie's Story

Triumphing over Crohn’s with excellence in surgical care

At age 16, I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease and was sick for over 25 years with intense pain and discomfort. Every drug I tried failed, and I had over 14 surgeries before I met Dr. Zane Cohen, one of the world’s top colorectal surgeons. Something about Dr. Cohen’s demeanour made me feel safe and secure, and I knew he would take care of me.

Soon after we met, I underwent surgery to get a permanent ileostomy. When I woke up I was in remission for the first time in my life. I am incredibly grateful to Dr. Cohen and Mount Sinai for giving me my life back.