Dr. Vassiliki Tsikitis, MD

Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Surgeon

Portland, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Tsikitis, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Portland, OR?

Dr. Vassiliki Tsikitis, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Tsikitis completed her residency at Brown University Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American College of Surgeons, American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, ship Committee, Public Relations Committee, Association for Academic Surgery, Association of Women Surgeons, European Society of Coloproctology, Northwest Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, Program Chair, Cancer Liaison Physician, Oregon Health & Science University Hospital Commission on Cancer, Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine Investigational Review Board, Priestley Society of Mayo Clinic, Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, Communications Committee, Southwest Oncology Group, Gastrointestinal Cancer Committee, and Translational Medicine Committee. Dr. Tsikitis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsikitis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsikitis’s office at (503) 494-4373.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tsikitis?

Dr. Vassiliki Tsikitis, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tsikitis empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anal Cancer, Colon & Rectal Cancer & Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Portland, OR community, Dr. Tsikitis is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

Where did Dr. Tsikitis go to medical school and complete their residency?

Fellowship: Col of Med, Mayo Clin | Colon and Rectal Surgery at the Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education in Rochester, MN | (Colon & Rectal Surgery), MAYO CLINIC, ROCHESTER, MN
Residency: Brown University Affiliated Hospitals | Brown University Affiliated Hospitals | Rhode Island Hospital | Rhode Island Hospital | Rhode Island Hospital

Is Dr. Tsikitis board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

Yes, Dr. Vassiliki Tsikitis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery since 2009

What languages does Dr. Tsikitis speak?

Dr. Tsikitis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Tsikitis typically treat?

As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Tsikitis diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tsikitis. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Colorectal Cancer
Rectal cancer
Colon cancer
Bowel cancer
Malignant neoplasm of rectum

ICD-10 Codes:

C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

Also known as:

Colon Cancer Screening
Health Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy Screening
Bowel Cancer Screening

ICD-10 Codes:

Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

Also known as:

Other Muscle Disorder
Muscle Disorder
Various Muscle Conditions
Uncommon Muscle Problems
Specific Muscle Ailments

ICD-10 Codes:

M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

Also known as:

Cancer Follow-up Exam
Cancer
Post-cancer treatment checkup
Malignancy surveillance
Oncology follow-up

ICD-10 Codes:

Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

Also known as:

Complete Bowel Incontinence
Bowel Incontinence
Full fecal incontinence
Total loss of bowel control
Severe accidental bowel leakage

ICD-10 Codes:

R159: Full incontinence of feces

What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Tsikitis typically perform?

As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Tsikitis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tsikitis. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

Does Dr. Tsikitis accept my insurance?

Dr. Tsikitis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-4373 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Tsikitis accept in Portland, OR?

Dr. Tsikitis in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Samaritan Health Services
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Tsikitis' office located?

Dr. Vassiliki Tsikitis' Primary Practice

3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd

Portland, OR 97239

(503) 494-4373

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Dr. Vassiliki Tsikitis' Practice 2

3485 S Bond Ave

Portland, OR 97239

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What hospitals are Dr. Tsikitis affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Tsikitis has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Ohsu Hospital - Portland,Portland, OR

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Recognitions

Memberships & Associations

Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology
Fellow of American College of Surgeons
Member of American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
Member of ship Committee
Member of Public Relations Committee
Member of Association for Academic Surgery
Member of Association of Women Surgeons
Member of European Society of Coloproctology
Member of Northwest Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
Member of Program Chair
Member of Cancer Liaison Physician, Oregon Health & Science University Hospital Commission on Cancer
Member of Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine Investigational Review Board
Member of Priestley Society of Mayo Clinic
Member of Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract
Member of Communications Committee
Member of Southwest Oncology Group
Member of Gastrointestinal Cancer Committee
Member of Translational Medicine Committee

What is Dr. Tsikitis's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Tsikitis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952503062.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsikitis?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tsikitis

What is Dr. Vassiliki Tsikitis's specialty?

Dr. Tsikitis is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Portland, OR.

What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?

A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.

Is Dr. Vassiliki Tsikitis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Tsikitis is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital - Portland which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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