Published: January 21, 2026
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is significantly expanding its colorectal surgery services, centralizing a team of four specialized surgeons to address a growing community need and a national rise in colorectal cancer among younger adults.
Daniel Coffey, M.D., Lucas Julien, M.D. and Razvan Opreanu, M.D. will join current colorectal surgeon Kyle Schank, M.D. The team will offer treatment for acute and chronic colorectal conditions. The expansion responds to recent data showing that rates have increased in people younger than 50.
Kyle Schank, M.D., a colorectal surgeon with UM Health-Sparrow, emphasized the urgency. “Expanding our team and services ensures our community has immediate access to the latest diagnostic tools and surgical expertise, close to home,” he said.
The surgeons will provide a full spectrum of colorectal surgical care, utilizing advanced minimally invasive techniques. Schank urged adults to talk to their primary care doctor about getting screened starting at age 45, stressing the importance of the updated guidelines.
Kyle Schank, M.D.
“Starting screening at 45 is crucial. Many of these cancers are preventable with a timely colonoscopy,” Schank added. “This expansion isn’t just about treating cancer; it’s about enhancing prevention and early detection to save lives.”
UM Health-Sparrow Lansing Colorectal Surgery will offer highly skilled colorectal services at its office at 1627 Lake Lansing Road, Suite 100, Lansing, and within the UM Health-Sparrow hospital system.
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University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is Mid-Michigan’s premier health care organization and includes hospitals in Lansing, Carson City, Charlotte, Ionia and St. Johns, as well as UM Health-Sparrow Specialty Hospital, Care Network, the Michigan Athletic Club, and AL!VE. UM Health-Sparrow is part of University of Michigan Health. Through the dedication of our 10,000 team members, UM Health-Sparrow pursues a vision to be nationally recognized as a leader in quality and patient experience. For more information, visit UofMHealthSparrow.org.