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<\/div>Google Scholar<\/h3><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dr. Omar Rashid<\/h2><\/div>\u201cMy dream was to return home to South FL to provide world class cutting edge compassionate care in the community where I was born and raised\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>
Dr. Rashid specializes in surgical oncology and robotic surgery in South FL where he was born and raised, board certified in Complex<\/p>\n
General Surgical Oncology & General Surgery. He earned a BS in Biochemistry & Latin\/Classical studies at Dartmouth College and an MD-JD at Duke University Schools of Medicine and Law, focusing on health policy to better prepare for the challenges cancer patients face. He completed General Surgery residency at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA, and Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL. Dr. Rashid completed a legislative fellowship in the VA General Assembly for the House of Delegates Appropriations Committee, focusing on Budget and health policy, including appointments under Governor Tim Kaine (Democrat) and also Governor Bob McDonnell (Republican).<\/p>\n
He is a member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Bar and he collaborated on health policy advocacy at the State and Federal levels.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nDr. Rashid returned to South FL where his family still lives because of his dream to return home to serve the community where he grew up. He has continued his clinical work in cancer and advanced surgery, research, administrative leadership, health policy and legislative advocacy. His clinical practice includes general surgical oncology and complex general surgery, including robotics and multimodality therapy, and clinical trials, including National Cancer Institute designated research. Dr. Rashid has affiliations with Harvard Medical School\u2019s oldest and largest teaching hospital Massachusetts General Hospital, University of Miami School of Medicine, Nova Southeastern University School of Medicine, and Holy Cross Hospital. His research team has initiatives related to cancer care, surgical care, health policy, value-based care, cancer prevention, and survivorship, with multiple research presentations and awards, over 80 publications (h-index of 22 and i10-index of 36), and grant funding.
\nDr. Rashid has been recognized internationally, with multiple presentations and collaborations with physicians and medical societies in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe, including his collaboration with the National Comprehensive Cancer Network to develop Caribbean region-specific recommendations for cancer care.<\/p>\n
His spoken languages include Spanish, Italian, Latin, and Arabic. Dr. Rashid is the Chair of the Board of the American Cancer Society of the South East Florida area (Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami Dade). He serves on the National Board of Directors of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. He has a passion for improving outcomes in cancer care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Hospital Affiliations<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale, Florida<\/li>\n
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts<\/li>\n
- Broward Health Imperial Point<\/li>\n
- Broward Health North Hospital<\/li>\n
- Broward Health Coral Springs Hospital<\/li>\n
- Broward Medical Center<\/li>\n
- Memorial West Same Day Surgery Center<\/li>\n
- Boca Raton Outpatient Surgery & Laser Center<\/li>\n
- Delray Medical Center<\/li>\n
- Outpatient Surgical Services (HCA)<\/li>\n
- University Hospital, Nova Southeastern University campus (HCA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Board Certification <\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- American Board of Surgery \u2013 General Surgery<\/li>\n
- American Board of Surgery \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Education & Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Undergraduate Studies<\/strong> \u2013 Biochemistry and Classical Studies Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Medical School and Law School<\/strong> \u2013 MD\/JD \u2013 Duke University Schools of Medicine & Law, Durham, North Carolina<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Residency<\/strong> \u2013 General Surgery\u00a0 \u2013 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System & Massey Cancer Center, Richmond, Virginia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Fellowship<\/strong> \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Tampa, Florida<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Fellowship\/Residency<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Fellowship, Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Co-Fellow, Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Chief Resident, General Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Senior and Chief Resident, General Surgery, VCU, Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Legislative Fellowship \u2013 Virginia General Assembly, State Capitol \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Research Resident, Department of General Surgery, Department of Biochemistry, Division of Surgical Oncology \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Internship\/Junior Resident, General Surgery \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Professional Associations<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American Society of Clinical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Florida Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read More <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\n\n- American Society of Clinical Oncology Florida<\/li>\n
- Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons Americas<\/li>\n
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Caducean Society of Greater Fort Lauderdale<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Specialized Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Course on Robotic Surgery for Gastrointestinal Operations<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology Fellows Institute, Surgical Oncology \/ Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Track<\/li>\n
- Intuitive daVinci\u00ae Surgical Robotics Training Program: Certification as Console Surgeon<\/li>\n
- Advanced Laparoscopic Training Completion, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Ultrasound Certification Course<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Focus Areas<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Surgical Oncology, General Surgery<\/li>\n
- Melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, merkel cell carcinoma and sarcoma<\/li>\n
- Esophageal cancer<\/li>\n
- Pancreatic cancer<\/li>\n
- Gastric \/ Stomach cancer<\/li>\n
- Liver \/ Hepatic cancer \/ Hepatocellular carcinoma \/ Adenoma<\/li>\n
- Duodenal cancer<\/li>\n
- Gallbladder and bile duct cancer \/ cholangiocarcinoma<\/li>\n
- Small intestinal cancer \/ Gastrointestinal cancer<\/li>\n
- Minimally invasive approaches to treating these malignancies, including robotic surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery<\/li>\n
- Intraoperative radiation, radiofrequency ablation, microwave therapy and other intraoperative multi-modality therapy for cancer<\/li>\n
- Breast cancer<\/li>\n
- Endocrine Surgery<\/li>\n
- Hernia Surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Patient Feedback<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/h2><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Lauri D.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i> Dr. Rashid saved my life! He was compassionate and walked us through every step of my surgery and recovery. His nurse Khin was amazing and understanding. <\/i><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Victoria T.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Amazing doctor! Dr. Rashid allowed me to be part of a new castle scan study that allowed us to find out if my melanoma tissue shows high or low risk for recurrence and how likely it is to be in my lymph nodes. The result of this test gave me peace of mind that I\u2019m low risk and my anxiety has gone down tremendously!! thank you for that! When i did go to his office to speak with him, he sat with me for almost an hour explaining everything in detail and taking his time to make sure I understand everything. He is very kind and patient and I highly recommend him if you are researching to find a doctor!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Caroline B.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0 Highly recommend Dr. Rashid. Caring, compassionate and well qualified cancer surgeon. He takes the extra steps most physicians don\u2019t take to make your experience seamless and complication free as possible. \u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nRequest an Appointment<\/p><\/h2><\/div>
Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Reach out and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Google Scholar<\/h3><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dr. Omar Rashid<\/h2><\/div>\u201cMy dream was to return home to South FL to provide world class cutting edge compassionate care in the community where I was born and raised\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>
Dr. Rashid specializes in surgical oncology and robotic surgery in South FL where he was born and raised, board certified in Complex<\/p>\n
General Surgical Oncology & General Surgery. He earned a BS in Biochemistry & Latin\/Classical studies at Dartmouth College and an MD-JD at Duke University Schools of Medicine and Law, focusing on health policy to better prepare for the challenges cancer patients face. He completed General Surgery residency at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA, and Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL. Dr. Rashid completed a legislative fellowship in the VA General Assembly for the House of Delegates Appropriations Committee, focusing on Budget and health policy, including appointments under Governor Tim Kaine (Democrat) and also Governor Bob McDonnell (Republican).<\/p>\n
He is a member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Bar and he collaborated on health policy advocacy at the State and Federal levels.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nDr. Rashid returned to South FL where his family still lives because of his dream to return home to serve the community where he grew up. He has continued his clinical work in cancer and advanced surgery, research, administrative leadership, health policy and legislative advocacy. His clinical practice includes general surgical oncology and complex general surgery, including robotics and multimodality therapy, and clinical trials, including National Cancer Institute designated research. Dr. Rashid has affiliations with Harvard Medical School\u2019s oldest and largest teaching hospital Massachusetts General Hospital, University of Miami School of Medicine, Nova Southeastern University School of Medicine, and Holy Cross Hospital. His research team has initiatives related to cancer care, surgical care, health policy, value-based care, cancer prevention, and survivorship, with multiple research presentations and awards, over 80 publications (h-index of 22 and i10-index of 36), and grant funding.
\nDr. Rashid has been recognized internationally, with multiple presentations and collaborations with physicians and medical societies in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe, including his collaboration with the National Comprehensive Cancer Network to develop Caribbean region-specific recommendations for cancer care.<\/p>\n
His spoken languages include Spanish, Italian, Latin, and Arabic. Dr. Rashid is the Chair of the Board of the American Cancer Society of the South East Florida area (Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami Dade). He serves on the National Board of Directors of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. He has a passion for improving outcomes in cancer care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Hospital Affiliations<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale, Florida<\/li>\n
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts<\/li>\n
- Broward Health Imperial Point<\/li>\n
- Broward Health North Hospital<\/li>\n
- Broward Health Coral Springs Hospital<\/li>\n
- Broward Medical Center<\/li>\n
- Memorial West Same Day Surgery Center<\/li>\n
- Boca Raton Outpatient Surgery & Laser Center<\/li>\n
- Delray Medical Center<\/li>\n
- Outpatient Surgical Services (HCA)<\/li>\n
- University Hospital, Nova Southeastern University campus (HCA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Board Certification <\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- American Board of Surgery \u2013 General Surgery<\/li>\n
- American Board of Surgery \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Education & Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Undergraduate Studies<\/strong> \u2013 Biochemistry and Classical Studies Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Medical School and Law School<\/strong> \u2013 MD\/JD \u2013 Duke University Schools of Medicine & Law, Durham, North Carolina<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Residency<\/strong> \u2013 General Surgery\u00a0 \u2013 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System & Massey Cancer Center, Richmond, Virginia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Fellowship<\/strong> \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Tampa, Florida<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Fellowship\/Residency<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Fellowship, Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Co-Fellow, Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Chief Resident, General Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Senior and Chief Resident, General Surgery, VCU, Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Legislative Fellowship \u2013 Virginia General Assembly, State Capitol \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Research Resident, Department of General Surgery, Department of Biochemistry, Division of Surgical Oncology \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Internship\/Junior Resident, General Surgery \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Professional Associations<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American Society of Clinical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Florida Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read More <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\n\n- American Society of Clinical Oncology Florida<\/li>\n
- Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons Americas<\/li>\n
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Caducean Society of Greater Fort Lauderdale<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Specialized Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Course on Robotic Surgery for Gastrointestinal Operations<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology Fellows Institute, Surgical Oncology \/ Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Track<\/li>\n
- Intuitive daVinci\u00ae Surgical Robotics Training Program: Certification as Console Surgeon<\/li>\n
- Advanced Laparoscopic Training Completion, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Ultrasound Certification Course<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Focus Areas<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Surgical Oncology, General Surgery<\/li>\n
- Melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, merkel cell carcinoma and sarcoma<\/li>\n
- Esophageal cancer<\/li>\n
- Pancreatic cancer<\/li>\n
- Gastric \/ Stomach cancer<\/li>\n
- Liver \/ Hepatic cancer \/ Hepatocellular carcinoma \/ Adenoma<\/li>\n
- Duodenal cancer<\/li>\n
- Gallbladder and bile duct cancer \/ cholangiocarcinoma<\/li>\n
- Small intestinal cancer \/ Gastrointestinal cancer<\/li>\n
- Minimally invasive approaches to treating these malignancies, including robotic surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery<\/li>\n
- Intraoperative radiation, radiofrequency ablation, microwave therapy and other intraoperative multi-modality therapy for cancer<\/li>\n
- Breast cancer<\/li>\n
- Endocrine Surgery<\/li>\n
- Hernia Surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Patient Feedback<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/h2><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Lauri D.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i> Dr. Rashid saved my life! He was compassionate and walked us through every step of my surgery and recovery. His nurse Khin was amazing and understanding. <\/i><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Victoria T.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Amazing doctor! Dr. Rashid allowed me to be part of a new castle scan study that allowed us to find out if my melanoma tissue shows high or low risk for recurrence and how likely it is to be in my lymph nodes. The result of this test gave me peace of mind that I\u2019m low risk and my anxiety has gone down tremendously!! thank you for that! When i did go to his office to speak with him, he sat with me for almost an hour explaining everything in detail and taking his time to make sure I understand everything. He is very kind and patient and I highly recommend him if you are researching to find a doctor!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Caroline B.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0 Highly recommend Dr. Rashid. Caring, compassionate and well qualified cancer surgeon. He takes the extra steps most physicians don\u2019t take to make your experience seamless and complication free as possible. \u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nRequest an Appointment<\/p><\/h2><\/div>
Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Reach out and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Dr. Omar Rashid<\/h2><\/div>\u201cMy dream was to return home to South FL to provide world class cutting edge compassionate care in the community where I was born and raised\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>
Dr. Rashid specializes in surgical oncology and robotic surgery in South FL where he was born and raised, board certified in Complex<\/p>\n
General Surgical Oncology & General Surgery. He earned a BS in Biochemistry & Latin\/Classical studies at Dartmouth College and an MD-JD at Duke University Schools of Medicine and Law, focusing on health policy to better prepare for the challenges cancer patients face. He completed General Surgery residency at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA, and Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL. Dr. Rashid completed a legislative fellowship in the VA General Assembly for the House of Delegates Appropriations Committee, focusing on Budget and health policy, including appointments under Governor Tim Kaine (Democrat) and also Governor Bob McDonnell (Republican).<\/p>\n
He is a member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Bar and he collaborated on health policy advocacy at the State and Federal levels.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nDr. Rashid returned to South FL where his family still lives because of his dream to return home to serve the community where he grew up. He has continued his clinical work in cancer and advanced surgery, research, administrative leadership, health policy and legislative advocacy. His clinical practice includes general surgical oncology and complex general surgery, including robotics and multimodality therapy, and clinical trials, including National Cancer Institute designated research. Dr. Rashid has affiliations with Harvard Medical School\u2019s oldest and largest teaching hospital Massachusetts General Hospital, University of Miami School of Medicine, Nova Southeastern University School of Medicine, and Holy Cross Hospital. His research team has initiatives related to cancer care, surgical care, health policy, value-based care, cancer prevention, and survivorship, with multiple research presentations and awards, over 80 publications (h-index of 22 and i10-index of 36), and grant funding.
\nDr. Rashid has been recognized internationally, with multiple presentations and collaborations with physicians and medical societies in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe, including his collaboration with the National Comprehensive Cancer Network to develop Caribbean region-specific recommendations for cancer care.<\/p>\n
His spoken languages include Spanish, Italian, Latin, and Arabic. Dr. Rashid is the Chair of the Board of the American Cancer Society of the South East Florida area (Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami Dade). He serves on the National Board of Directors of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. He has a passion for improving outcomes in cancer care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Hospital Affiliations<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale, Florida<\/li>\n
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts<\/li>\n
- Broward Health Imperial Point<\/li>\n
- Broward Health North Hospital<\/li>\n
- Broward Health Coral Springs Hospital<\/li>\n
- Broward Medical Center<\/li>\n
- Memorial West Same Day Surgery Center<\/li>\n
- Boca Raton Outpatient Surgery & Laser Center<\/li>\n
- Delray Medical Center<\/li>\n
- Outpatient Surgical Services (HCA)<\/li>\n
- University Hospital, Nova Southeastern University campus (HCA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Board Certification <\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- American Board of Surgery \u2013 General Surgery<\/li>\n
- American Board of Surgery \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Education & Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Undergraduate Studies<\/strong> \u2013 Biochemistry and Classical Studies Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Medical School and Law School<\/strong> \u2013 MD\/JD \u2013 Duke University Schools of Medicine & Law, Durham, North Carolina<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Residency<\/strong> \u2013 General Surgery\u00a0 \u2013 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System & Massey Cancer Center, Richmond, Virginia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Fellowship<\/strong> \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Tampa, Florida<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Fellowship\/Residency<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Fellowship, Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Co-Fellow, Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Chief Resident, General Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Senior and Chief Resident, General Surgery, VCU, Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Legislative Fellowship \u2013 Virginia General Assembly, State Capitol \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Research Resident, Department of General Surgery, Department of Biochemistry, Division of Surgical Oncology \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Internship\/Junior Resident, General Surgery \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Professional Associations<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American Society of Clinical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Florida Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read More <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\n\n- American Society of Clinical Oncology Florida<\/li>\n
- Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons Americas<\/li>\n
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Caducean Society of Greater Fort Lauderdale<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Specialized Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Course on Robotic Surgery for Gastrointestinal Operations<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology Fellows Institute, Surgical Oncology \/ Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Track<\/li>\n
- Intuitive daVinci\u00ae Surgical Robotics Training Program: Certification as Console Surgeon<\/li>\n
- Advanced Laparoscopic Training Completion, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Ultrasound Certification Course<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Focus Areas<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Surgical Oncology, General Surgery<\/li>\n
- Melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, merkel cell carcinoma and sarcoma<\/li>\n
- Esophageal cancer<\/li>\n
- Pancreatic cancer<\/li>\n
- Gastric \/ Stomach cancer<\/li>\n
- Liver \/ Hepatic cancer \/ Hepatocellular carcinoma \/ Adenoma<\/li>\n
- Duodenal cancer<\/li>\n
- Gallbladder and bile duct cancer \/ cholangiocarcinoma<\/li>\n
- Small intestinal cancer \/ Gastrointestinal cancer<\/li>\n
- Minimally invasive approaches to treating these malignancies, including robotic surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery<\/li>\n
- Intraoperative radiation, radiofrequency ablation, microwave therapy and other intraoperative multi-modality therapy for cancer<\/li>\n
- Breast cancer<\/li>\n
- Endocrine Surgery<\/li>\n
- Hernia Surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Patient Feedback<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/h2><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Lauri D.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i> Dr. Rashid saved my life! He was compassionate and walked us through every step of my surgery and recovery. His nurse Khin was amazing and understanding. <\/i><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Victoria T.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Amazing doctor! Dr. Rashid allowed me to be part of a new castle scan study that allowed us to find out if my melanoma tissue shows high or low risk for recurrence and how likely it is to be in my lymph nodes. The result of this test gave me peace of mind that I\u2019m low risk and my anxiety has gone down tremendously!! thank you for that! When i did go to his office to speak with him, he sat with me for almost an hour explaining everything in detail and taking his time to make sure I understand everything. He is very kind and patient and I highly recommend him if you are researching to find a doctor!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Caroline B.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0 Highly recommend Dr. Rashid. Caring, compassionate and well qualified cancer surgeon. He takes the extra steps most physicians don\u2019t take to make your experience seamless and complication free as possible. \u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nRequest an Appointment<\/p><\/h2><\/div>
Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Reach out and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
\u201cMy dream was to return home to South FL to provide world class cutting edge compassionate care in the community where I was born and raised\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>
Dr. Rashid specializes in surgical oncology and robotic surgery in South FL where he was born and raised, board certified in Complex<\/p>\n
General Surgical Oncology & General Surgery. He earned a BS in Biochemistry & Latin\/Classical studies at Dartmouth College and an MD-JD at Duke University Schools of Medicine and Law, focusing on health policy to better prepare for the challenges cancer patients face. He completed General Surgery residency at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA, and Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL. Dr. Rashid completed a legislative fellowship in the VA General Assembly for the House of Delegates Appropriations Committee, focusing on Budget and health policy, including appointments under Governor Tim Kaine (Democrat) and also Governor Bob McDonnell (Republican).<\/p>\n
He is a member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Bar and he collaborated on health policy advocacy at the State and Federal levels.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nDr. Rashid returned to South FL where his family still lives because of his dream to return home to serve the community where he grew up. He has continued his clinical work in cancer and advanced surgery, research, administrative leadership, health policy and legislative advocacy. His clinical practice includes general surgical oncology and complex general surgery, including robotics and multimodality therapy, and clinical trials, including National Cancer Institute designated research. Dr. Rashid has affiliations with Harvard Medical School\u2019s oldest and largest teaching hospital Massachusetts General Hospital, University of Miami School of Medicine, Nova Southeastern University School of Medicine, and Holy Cross Hospital. His research team has initiatives related to cancer care, surgical care, health policy, value-based care, cancer prevention, and survivorship, with multiple research presentations and awards, over 80 publications (h-index of 22 and i10-index of 36), and grant funding.
\nDr. Rashid has been recognized internationally, with multiple presentations and collaborations with physicians and medical societies in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe, including his collaboration with the National Comprehensive Cancer Network to develop Caribbean region-specific recommendations for cancer care.<\/p>\n
His spoken languages include Spanish, Italian, Latin, and Arabic. Dr. Rashid is the Chair of the Board of the American Cancer Society of the South East Florida area (Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami Dade). He serves on the National Board of Directors of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. He has a passion for improving outcomes in cancer care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Hospital Affiliations<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale, Florida<\/li>\n
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts<\/li>\n
- Broward Health Imperial Point<\/li>\n
- Broward Health North Hospital<\/li>\n
- Broward Health Coral Springs Hospital<\/li>\n
- Broward Medical Center<\/li>\n
- Memorial West Same Day Surgery Center<\/li>\n
- Boca Raton Outpatient Surgery & Laser Center<\/li>\n
- Delray Medical Center<\/li>\n
- Outpatient Surgical Services (HCA)<\/li>\n
- University Hospital, Nova Southeastern University campus (HCA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Board Certification <\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- American Board of Surgery \u2013 General Surgery<\/li>\n
- American Board of Surgery \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Education & Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Undergraduate Studies<\/strong> \u2013 Biochemistry and Classical Studies Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Medical School and Law School<\/strong> \u2013 MD\/JD \u2013 Duke University Schools of Medicine & Law, Durham, North Carolina<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Residency<\/strong> \u2013 General Surgery\u00a0 \u2013 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System & Massey Cancer Center, Richmond, Virginia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Fellowship<\/strong> \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Tampa, Florida<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Fellowship\/Residency<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Fellowship, Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Co-Fellow, Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Chief Resident, General Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Senior and Chief Resident, General Surgery, VCU, Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Legislative Fellowship \u2013 Virginia General Assembly, State Capitol \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Research Resident, Department of General Surgery, Department of Biochemistry, Division of Surgical Oncology \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Internship\/Junior Resident, General Surgery \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Professional Associations<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American Society of Clinical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Florida Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read More <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\n\n- American Society of Clinical Oncology Florida<\/li>\n
- Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons Americas<\/li>\n
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Caducean Society of Greater Fort Lauderdale<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Specialized Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Course on Robotic Surgery for Gastrointestinal Operations<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology Fellows Institute, Surgical Oncology \/ Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Track<\/li>\n
- Intuitive daVinci\u00ae Surgical Robotics Training Program: Certification as Console Surgeon<\/li>\n
- Advanced Laparoscopic Training Completion, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Ultrasound Certification Course<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Focus Areas<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Surgical Oncology, General Surgery<\/li>\n
- Melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, merkel cell carcinoma and sarcoma<\/li>\n
- Esophageal cancer<\/li>\n
- Pancreatic cancer<\/li>\n
- Gastric \/ Stomach cancer<\/li>\n
- Liver \/ Hepatic cancer \/ Hepatocellular carcinoma \/ Adenoma<\/li>\n
- Duodenal cancer<\/li>\n
- Gallbladder and bile duct cancer \/ cholangiocarcinoma<\/li>\n
- Small intestinal cancer \/ Gastrointestinal cancer<\/li>\n
- Minimally invasive approaches to treating these malignancies, including robotic surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery<\/li>\n
- Intraoperative radiation, radiofrequency ablation, microwave therapy and other intraoperative multi-modality therapy for cancer<\/li>\n
- Breast cancer<\/li>\n
- Endocrine Surgery<\/li>\n
- Hernia Surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Patient Feedback<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/h2><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Lauri D.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i> Dr. Rashid saved my life! He was compassionate and walked us through every step of my surgery and recovery. His nurse Khin was amazing and understanding. <\/i><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Victoria T.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Amazing doctor! Dr. Rashid allowed me to be part of a new castle scan study that allowed us to find out if my melanoma tissue shows high or low risk for recurrence and how likely it is to be in my lymph nodes. The result of this test gave me peace of mind that I\u2019m low risk and my anxiety has gone down tremendously!! thank you for that! When i did go to his office to speak with him, he sat with me for almost an hour explaining everything in detail and taking his time to make sure I understand everything. He is very kind and patient and I highly recommend him if you are researching to find a doctor!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Caroline B.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0 Highly recommend Dr. Rashid. Caring, compassionate and well qualified cancer surgeon. He takes the extra steps most physicians don\u2019t take to make your experience seamless and complication free as possible. \u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nRequest an Appointment<\/p><\/h2><\/div>
Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Reach out and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Dr. Rashid returned to South FL where his family still lives because of his dream to return home to serve the community where he grew up. He has continued his clinical work in cancer and advanced surgery, research, administrative leadership, health policy and legislative advocacy. His clinical practice includes general surgical oncology and complex general surgery, including robotics and multimodality therapy, and clinical trials, including National Cancer Institute designated research. Dr. Rashid has affiliations with Harvard Medical School\u2019s oldest and largest teaching hospital Massachusetts General Hospital, University of Miami School of Medicine, Nova Southeastern University School of Medicine, and Holy Cross Hospital. His research team has initiatives related to cancer care, surgical care, health policy, value-based care, cancer prevention, and survivorship, with multiple research presentations and awards, over 80 publications (h-index of 22 and i10-index of 36), and grant funding.
\nDr. Rashid has been recognized internationally, with multiple presentations and collaborations with physicians and medical societies in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe, including his collaboration with the National Comprehensive Cancer Network to develop Caribbean region-specific recommendations for cancer care.<\/p>\n
His spoken languages include Spanish, Italian, Latin, and Arabic. Dr. Rashid is the Chair of the Board of the American Cancer Society of the South East Florida area (Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami Dade). He serves on the National Board of Directors of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. He has a passion for improving outcomes in cancer care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Hospital Affiliations<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale, Florida<\/li>\n
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts<\/li>\n
- Broward Health Imperial Point<\/li>\n
- Broward Health North Hospital<\/li>\n
- Broward Health Coral Springs Hospital<\/li>\n
- Broward Medical Center<\/li>\n
- Memorial West Same Day Surgery Center<\/li>\n
- Boca Raton Outpatient Surgery & Laser Center<\/li>\n
- Delray Medical Center<\/li>\n
- Outpatient Surgical Services (HCA)<\/li>\n
- University Hospital, Nova Southeastern University campus (HCA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Board Certification <\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- American Board of Surgery \u2013 General Surgery<\/li>\n
- American Board of Surgery \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Education & Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Undergraduate Studies<\/strong> \u2013 Biochemistry and Classical Studies Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Medical School and Law School<\/strong> \u2013 MD\/JD \u2013 Duke University Schools of Medicine & Law, Durham, North Carolina<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Residency<\/strong> \u2013 General Surgery\u00a0 \u2013 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System & Massey Cancer Center, Richmond, Virginia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Fellowship<\/strong> \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Tampa, Florida<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Fellowship\/Residency<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Fellowship, Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Co-Fellow, Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Chief Resident, General Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Senior and Chief Resident, General Surgery, VCU, Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Legislative Fellowship \u2013 Virginia General Assembly, State Capitol \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Research Resident, Department of General Surgery, Department of Biochemistry, Division of Surgical Oncology \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Internship\/Junior Resident, General Surgery \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Professional Associations<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American Society of Clinical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Florida Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read More <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\n\n- American Society of Clinical Oncology Florida<\/li>\n
- Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons Americas<\/li>\n
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Caducean Society of Greater Fort Lauderdale<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Specialized Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Course on Robotic Surgery for Gastrointestinal Operations<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology Fellows Institute, Surgical Oncology \/ Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Track<\/li>\n
- Intuitive daVinci\u00ae Surgical Robotics Training Program: Certification as Console Surgeon<\/li>\n
- Advanced Laparoscopic Training Completion, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Ultrasound Certification Course<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Focus Areas<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Surgical Oncology, General Surgery<\/li>\n
- Melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, merkel cell carcinoma and sarcoma<\/li>\n
- Esophageal cancer<\/li>\n
- Pancreatic cancer<\/li>\n
- Gastric \/ Stomach cancer<\/li>\n
- Liver \/ Hepatic cancer \/ Hepatocellular carcinoma \/ Adenoma<\/li>\n
- Duodenal cancer<\/li>\n
- Gallbladder and bile duct cancer \/ cholangiocarcinoma<\/li>\n
- Small intestinal cancer \/ Gastrointestinal cancer<\/li>\n
- Minimally invasive approaches to treating these malignancies, including robotic surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery<\/li>\n
- Intraoperative radiation, radiofrequency ablation, microwave therapy and other intraoperative multi-modality therapy for cancer<\/li>\n
- Breast cancer<\/li>\n
- Endocrine Surgery<\/li>\n
- Hernia Surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Patient Feedback<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/h2><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Lauri D.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i> Dr. Rashid saved my life! He was compassionate and walked us through every step of my surgery and recovery. His nurse Khin was amazing and understanding. <\/i><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Victoria T.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Amazing doctor! Dr. Rashid allowed me to be part of a new castle scan study that allowed us to find out if my melanoma tissue shows high or low risk for recurrence and how likely it is to be in my lymph nodes. The result of this test gave me peace of mind that I\u2019m low risk and my anxiety has gone down tremendously!! thank you for that! When i did go to his office to speak with him, he sat with me for almost an hour explaining everything in detail and taking his time to make sure I understand everything. He is very kind and patient and I highly recommend him if you are researching to find a doctor!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Caroline B.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0 Highly recommend Dr. Rashid. Caring, compassionate and well qualified cancer surgeon. He takes the extra steps most physicians don\u2019t take to make your experience seamless and complication free as possible. \u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nRequest an Appointment<\/p><\/h2><\/div>
Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Reach out and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Board Certification <\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- American Board of Surgery \u2013 General Surgery<\/li>\n
- American Board of Surgery \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Education & Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Undergraduate Studies<\/strong> \u2013 Biochemistry and Classical Studies Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Medical School and Law School<\/strong> \u2013 MD\/JD \u2013 Duke University Schools of Medicine & Law, Durham, North Carolina<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Residency<\/strong> \u2013 General Surgery\u00a0 \u2013 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System & Massey Cancer Center, Richmond, Virginia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Fellowship<\/strong> \u2013 Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Tampa, Florida<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Fellowship\/Residency<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Fellowship, Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Co-Fellow, Complex General Surgical Oncology \u2013 H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Administrative Chief Resident, General Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Senior and Chief Resident, General Surgery, VCU, Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Legislative Fellowship \u2013 Virginia General Assembly, State Capitol \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Research Resident, Department of General Surgery, Department of Biochemistry, Division of Surgical Oncology \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n
- Internship\/Junior Resident, General Surgery \u2013 VCU \u2013 Richmond, VA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Professional Associations<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American Society of Clinical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Florida Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- American Association for Cancer Research<\/li>\n
- Association for Academic Surgery<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Society of Surgical Oncology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read More <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\n\n- American Society of Clinical Oncology Florida<\/li>\n
- Chapter of the American College of Surgeons<\/li>\n
- Florida Medical Society<\/li>\n
- Virginia Bar Association<\/li>\n
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and<\/li>\n
- Endoscopic Surgeons Americas<\/li>\n
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association<\/li>\n
- Humera Surgical Society<\/li>\n
- Caducean Society of Greater Fort Lauderdale<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Specialized Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute \u2013 Tampa, FL<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Course on Robotic Surgery for Gastrointestinal Operations<\/li>\n
- Society of Surgical Oncology Fellows Institute, Surgical Oncology \/ Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Track<\/li>\n
- Intuitive daVinci\u00ae Surgical Robotics Training Program: Certification as Console Surgeon<\/li>\n
- Advanced Laparoscopic Training Completion, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons<\/li>\n
- American College of Surgeons Ultrasound Certification Course<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Focus Areas<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Surgical Oncology, General Surgery<\/li>\n
- Melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, merkel cell carcinoma and sarcoma<\/li>\n
- Esophageal cancer<\/li>\n
- Pancreatic cancer<\/li>\n
- Gastric \/ Stomach cancer<\/li>\n
- Liver \/ Hepatic cancer \/ Hepatocellular carcinoma \/ Adenoma<\/li>\n
- Duodenal cancer<\/li>\n
- Gallbladder and bile duct cancer \/ cholangiocarcinoma<\/li>\n
- Small intestinal cancer \/ Gastrointestinal cancer<\/li>\n
- Minimally invasive approaches to treating these malignancies, including robotic surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery<\/li>\n
- Intraoperative radiation, radiofrequency ablation, microwave therapy and other intraoperative multi-modality therapy for cancer<\/li>\n
- Breast cancer<\/li>\n
- Endocrine Surgery<\/li>\n
- Hernia Surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Patient Feedback<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/h2><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Lauri D.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i> Dr. Rashid saved my life! He was compassionate and walked us through every step of my surgery and recovery. His nurse Khin was amazing and understanding. <\/i><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Victoria T.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Amazing doctor! Dr. Rashid allowed me to be part of a new castle scan study that allowed us to find out if my melanoma tissue shows high or low risk for recurrence and how likely it is to be in my lymph nodes. The result of this test gave me peace of mind that I\u2019m low risk and my anxiety has gone down tremendously!! thank you for that! When i did go to his office to speak with him, he sat with me for almost an hour explaining everything in detail and taking his time to make sure I understand everything. He is very kind and patient and I highly recommend him if you are researching to find a doctor!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Caroline B.<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
<\/i>\u00a0 Highly recommend Dr. Rashid. Caring, compassionate and well qualified cancer surgeon. He takes the extra steps most physicians don\u2019t take to make your experience seamless and complication free as possible. \u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nRequest an Appointment<\/p><\/h2><\/div>
Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Reach out and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Education & Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Fellowship\/Residency<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Professional Associations<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Specialized Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Focus Areas<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Patient Feedback<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/h2><\/div> Lauri D.<\/p><\/h3><\/div> <\/i> Dr. Rashid saved my life! He was compassionate and walked us through every step of my surgery and recovery. His nurse Khin was amazing and understanding. <\/i><\/p>\n<\/div> Victoria T.<\/p><\/h3><\/div> <\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Amazing doctor! Dr. Rashid allowed me to be part of a new castle scan study that allowed us to find out if my melanoma tissue shows high or low risk for recurrence and how likely it is to be in my lymph nodes. The result of this test gave me peace of mind that I\u2019m low risk and my anxiety has gone down tremendously!! thank you for that! When i did go to his office to speak with him, he sat with me for almost an hour explaining everything in detail and taking his time to make sure I understand everything. He is very kind and patient and I highly recommend him if you are researching to find a doctor!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> Caroline B.<\/p><\/h3><\/div> <\/i>\u00a0 Highly recommend Dr. Rashid. Caring, compassionate and well qualified cancer surgeon. He takes the extra steps most physicians don\u2019t take to make your experience seamless and complication free as possible. \u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> Request an Appointment<\/p><\/h2><\/div> Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Reach out and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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