Associate Professor of Surgery
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, United States
David McKeown, MD, is a colorectal surgeon and Assistant Professor of Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He specializes in the surgical management of colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic floor disorders, and complex anorectal disease, with expertise in minimally invasive and robotic colorectal surgery.
Dr. McKeown completed his medical degree in Ireland before pursuing surgical training in the United States, including a general surgery residency followed by fellowship training in colon and rectal surgery. He currently serves as Program Director of the Colorectal Surgery Fellowship at Jefferson and is actively involved in resident and fellow education, including simulation training and structured colorectal teaching curricula.
His academic interests include colorectal cancer management, outcomes research, surgical education, and quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving perioperative care and healthcare efficiency. He has presented research at national surgical meetings and has authored peer-reviewed publications in colorectal surgery and gastrointestinal disease.
Dr. McKeown is an active member of American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and contributes to several national committees focused on surgical education, healthcare economics, and research. He practices clinically in the Philadelphia region, where he is dedicated to advancing patient-centered colorectal care and training the next generation of colorectal surgeons.
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