Karen Zaghiyan, MD

Karen Zaghiyan, MD Dr. Zaghiyan is a colore**al surgeon and proctologist in Los Angeles specializing in treatments for Karen Zaghiyan, M.D.

is a surgeon specializing in the surgical and non-surgical treatments for conditions of the colon, re**um, and a**s. Her special interests include women’s colore**al health, inflammatory bowel disease, minimally invasive techniques for the treatment of colore**al diseases and treatment of complex anore**al conditions. Dr. Zaghiyan graduated magna cm laude from University of California, Los Angele

s, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She received her medical degree from University of California, San Diego. She then commenced her general surgery residency at the prestigious Cedars Sinai Medical Center. During her training, she dedicated a year as a clinical research scholar, investigating surgical outcomes in inflammatory bowel disease. One of her studies, which a**lyzed the optimal dosing of perioperative steroids in IBD, has acquired national recognition and changed current practice standards. Dr. Zaghiyan’s academic accomplishments, leadership skills and commitment to educating her fellow peers, earned her the highly respected position as administrative chief resident. After general surgery, she furthered her career ambitions by completing a coveted fellowship in Colon and Re**al Surgery at Cedars Sinai Medical Center that included advanced training in laparoscopic, single incision and robotic techniques. During her training, Dr. Zaghiyan traveled to Singapore, acquiring further training from international leaders in the field of colore**al surgery. Dr. Zaghiyan is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Zaghiyan has lectured both nationally and internationally at various surgical conferences, authored numerous publications in the most prestigious peer-reviewed medical journals, and participates in training surgical residents and fellows at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Zaghiyan’s ongoing dedication to the advancement of her field, in turn, impacts the well being of her patients. With her clinical and research expertise and dedication to providing the highest quality care, Dr. Zaghiyan offers the most advanced and individualized treatments for patients with colon and re**al diseases.

04/19/2026

I had a work trip in Chicago for the annual colore**al program director meeting. My hubby decided to come along. was a really fun time! Now all I can think about is a relaxing Sunday afternoon at home with my girls before the busy week ahead. **alsurgeon

04/18/2026

Matcha and Chia are both great for your health (in moderation and with plenty of hydration)!

Matcha combines caffeine and L-theanine to enhancing memory, attention, and focus without the jitters or energy crashes associated with coffee. It’s cholesterol lowering, good for your immune and gut health.

Chia is high in fiber, antioxidants, and Omega-3s!

Don’t forget to drink plenty of water to avoid side effects like constipation and dehydration.

Here’s my recipe for 2 servings:
Make 1 cup of matcha per package instructions using ceremonial grade matcha. I use whole or 2% milk but you can make it with any kind.
Mix with 1/4 cup chia and 2 tablespoon honey for sweetness.
Refigerate overnight.
Plate bottom of your bowl with your preferred berry jam or berry puree! I’ve recently been using a home made blackberry jam gifted by a sweet patient.
Top with chia puddding followed by a tablespoon of yogurt or whipped cream (obviously yogurt makes it healthier!) and berries!
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04/17/2026

1. “They must have done something to cause the fistula”- Fact: anyone can get a fistula. There’s really nothing you can do to prevent one. They arise from an infected a**l gland.

2. “I thought you couldn’t fix my fistula cuz I have Crohn’s” - Fact: we can, as long as it’s done in conjunction with medical management of your Crohn’s. Having liminal disease controlled optimizes your fistula repair outcomes.

3. “I thought the seton was forever”. Or “I thought the seton would fix the fistula. Fact: draining setons are a bridge. They don’t repair a fistula. They control the infection. They buy time to get Crohn’s under control. They allow they offer a bridge to future sphincter preserving fistula repair. While some patients may leave them as definitive treatment - this is not the default. **lfistula

04/16/2026

A career in colore**al surgery will never get old! Did you try to guess the correct diagnosis?

04/15/2026

No better way to complement your surgeon! **alsurgeon **alcancer

04/14/2026

If you have been referred to a colore**al surgeon, this can feel stressful. Whether it’s for colore**al cancer, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, diverticulis, re**al prolapse, hemorrhoids, a**l fistula, a**l fissure, Pilonidal or other problem, seeing a surgeon can feel really intimidating. Hope these tips help, and please don’t delay a consultation you need due to fear or shame. **alcancer **alsurgeon **lfistula

04/13/2026

I usually avoid most of the center aisle except for select things. Start at produce and whip around. What about you ? **alsurgeon

04/12/2026

5% of people with uncomplicated diverticulitis go on to develop a complication such as an abscess, fistula, stricture or perforation. Decision for surgery in uncomplicated diverticulitis is a personal decision based on individual risks and benefits for surgery vs conservative approach. **alsurgeon

04/11/2026

When surgery is done electively (ie not as an emergency) the need for a colostomy or Ileostomy is relatively low. I totally understand the fear of having surgery because any surgery can risk a complication, but not doing surgery can also risk progression to complicated diverticulitis and more complex surgery later.

Diverticulitis surgery usually doesn’t involve removing the whole colon. The inflamed portion is removed, th healthy non-inflamed colon is reconnected and the long term outcome for most people means improved quality of life. Risk of recurrent diverticulitis after diverticulitis surgery is 5%. **alsurgeon

04/09/2026

Hartmann’s closures can be far more challenging than the primary operation. Often times, the surgeon doing original surgery is a general surgeon and they may refer you out to a colore**al specialist for the colostomy closure. What questions do you have about colostomy closure? **alsurgeon

Here are 5 common reasons for surgery for diverticulitis. The goal is always minimally invasive, elective, and no stoma ...
04/08/2026

Here are 5 common reasons for surgery for diverticulitis. The goal is always minimally invasive, elective, and no stoma but the decision can vary case by case and based on complexity of the disease process. What questions do you have about diverticulitis surgery ?

04/07/2026

In surgery we hope for the best but plan for the worst. And of the hardest and most commendable decisions a surgeon can make is a decision not to operate especially if they don’t have the right team, equipment or expertise at the hospital you are in. While your surgeon may be able to handle the case they may be limited by the resources available to them. Transferring care to a surgical team that has the resources is not a failure as a surgeon. **alsurgery

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Karen Zaghiyan, MD, FACS, FASCRS is a surgeon specializing in the surgical and non-surgical treatments for conditions of the colon, re**um, and a**s. Her special interests include women’s colore**al health, inflammatory bowel disease, minimally invasive techniques for the treatment of colore**al diseases and treatment of complex anore**al conditions. Dr. Zaghiyan graduated magna cm laude from University of California, Los Angeles, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She received her medical degree from University of California, San Diego. She then commenced her general surgery residency at the prestigious Cedars Sinai Medical Center. During her training, she dedicated a year as a clinical research scholar, investigating surgical outcomes in inflammatory bowel disease. One of her studies, which a**lyzed the optimal dosing of perioperative steroids in IBD, has acquired national recognition and changed current practice standards. Dr. Zaghiyan’s academic accomplishments, leadership skills and commitment to educating her fellow peers, earned her the highly respected position as administrative chief resident. After general surgery, she furthered her career ambitions by completing a coveted fellowship in Colon and Re**al Surgery at Cedars Sinai Medical Center that included advanced training in laparoscopic, single incision and robotic techniques. During her training, Dr. Zaghiyan traveled to Singapore, acquiring further training from international leaders in the field of colore**al surgery. Dr. Zaghiyan is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Zaghiyan has lectured both nationally and internationally at various surgical conferences, authored numerous publications in the most prestigious peer-reviewed medical journals, and participates in training surgical residents and fellows at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Zaghiyan’s ongoing dedication to the advancement of her field, in turn, impacts the well being of her patients. With her clinical and research expertise and dedication to providing the highest quality care, Dr. Zaghiyan offers the most advanced and individualized treatments for patients with colon and re**al diseases.