Dr. James Fitzgerald, MD

James Fitzgerald is a concerned and compassionate colorectal surgeon serving the communities of Washington, DC and Southern Maryland. He attended Georgetown University, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency in general surgery at the University of Connecticut.He further continues his studies by completing a residency in general surgery as well as a fellowship in surgical critical care at the very same institution. After this, he completed his fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Dr. Fitzgerald is a part of the MedStar Colorectal Surgery Program and is board certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and the American Board of Surgery specializing in Surgical Critical Care. He is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Dr. Fitzgerald is devoted to ensuring the longevity of his patients’ health and developing long-lasting relationships with them. He takes his time to understand symptoms and give correct diagnoses to ensure the continued health of all his patients. …read more