Dr. Mohammed Iyoob Ilyas is a board-certified colorectal, general, and robotic surgeon
specializing in advanced minimally invasive surgery and complex colorectal cancer
care. He is recognized for his expertise in robotic techniques, sphincter-preserving
surgery, and multidisciplinary management of colorectal disease.
With training across internationally renowned institutions in the United States, United
Kingdom, and India, Dr. Ilyas brings a global perspective to modern surgical care. He
completed his colorectal surgery fellowship at Henry Ford Health System and his
general surgery residency at the University of Arizona, following advanced surgical
training in the United Kingdom.

Dr. Ilyas currently practices in Rancho Mirage, California, where he plays a key
leadership role in cancer care. He serves as Chair of the Cancer Committee and
Director of the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer, leading initiatives
focused on quality improvement, multidisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based
outcomes.

His clinical practice focuses on:
 Robotic and minimally invasive colorectal surgery
 Colon and rectal cancer
 Complex pelvic and reoperative surgery
 Benign colorectal conditions, including diverticular disease and inflammatory
bowel disease

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Ilyas is an active clinician–academician with
numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and invited national
presentations. He is deeply involved in surgical education, mentorship, and advancing
innovation in colorectal surgery.
Dr. Ilyas is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of
Colon and Rectal Surgeons, and the International College of Surgeons. He remains
actively engaged in national and international surgical societies, contributing to
research, education, and global surgical collaboration.

Surgical Philosophy

Dr. Ilyas believes that the best surgical care combines technical precision with
compassion and clear communication. His approach emphasizes minimally invasive
techniques whenever appropriate, with a focus on faster recovery, reduced
complications, and preservation of quality of life.
He is particularly committed to helping patients navigate complex decisions—especially
in colorectal cancer care—ensuring that each treatment plan is individualized, evidence-
based, and aligned with the patient’s goals and values.

Academic Work

Dr. Mohammed Iyoob Ilyas is an active clinician–academician with a strong commitment
to advancing the field of colorectal and minimally invasive surgery through research,
education, and innovation.

His academic work is primarily focused on colorectal and rectal cancer, robotic surgery,
and complex gastrointestinal disease. He has contributed extensively to the surgical
literature through peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and invited reviews in
respected journals. His research emphasizes clinical outcomes, quality improvement,
and the integration of advanced surgical technologies into everyday practice.
In addition to his publications, Dr. Ilyas serves on the editorial boards of multiple surgical
journals and is a frequent peer reviewer for leading journals in colorectal surgery,
surgical oncology, and minimally invasive surgery. He remains actively engaged in
surgical education, mentorship, and national and international academic forums through
invited lectures and professional society involvement.

Areas of Academic Focus

 Colorectal and rectal cancer outcomes
 Robotic and minimally invasive surgery
 Surgical innovation and technology integration
 Quality improvement and accreditation in cancer care
 Surgical education and training

Selected Publications
Colorectal, Cancer & Core Specialty Work

1. Ilyas MI, Steele SR, et al. Stage IV Colorectal Cancer. Clinics in Colon and
   Rectal Surgery. 2022.
2. Ilyas MI, Michailidou M, Nfonsam VN. Complicated Diverticular Disease.
   Current Problems in Surgery. 2020.
3. Ilyas MI, Reickert C. Perirectal Abscess and Anal Fistula Surgery. In:
   Improving Outcomes in Colon & Rectal Surgery, 2nd ed. 2019.
4. Ilyas MI, Szilagy E. Management of Diverticular Bleeding. Clinics in Colon and
   Rectal Surgery. 2017.
5. Ilyas MI, Haggstrom DA, et al. Outcomes in Patients with Temporary
   Ostomies. Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing. 2018.
6. Ilyas MI, Bardiya Z, Nfonsam VN, et al. Outcomes of Sigmoidectomy for
   Diverticular Disease vs Cancer. Colorectal Disease. 2016.
7. Ilyas MI, Jordan S, Nfonsam VN. Fungal Inflammatory Mass Mimicking
   Colorectal Cancer: A Case Report. BMC Research Notes. 2015.

Minimally Invasive, General Surgery & Related Work

8. Ilyas MI, Chong HY, Da Silva GD, Weiss EA, Wexner SD. Hand-Assisted
   Laparoscopic Surgery in the Elderly. Surgical Endoscopy. 2013.
9. Ilyas MI, Chong HY, Da Silva GD, Weiss EA, Wexner SD. Laparoscopic vs
   Hand-Assisted Colorectal Resections: Impact of Age. Journal of the
   American College of Surgeons. 2014.
10. Martin G, Ilyas MI, Noguera JF, Nfonsam VN. Transvaginal Specimen
    Extraction in Laparoscopic Right Hemicolectomy. Surgical Research. 2015.
11. Ilyas MI, Tieman J, Alkhoury F. Single-Stage Laparoscopic Management of
    Perforated Choledochal Cyst. Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports.
    2015.
12. Tieman J, Ilyas MI, Krouse RS. Gastrectomy in Gastric Premalignant
    Conditions. Journal of Surgery. 2016.

Oncology, Reviews & Broader Surgical Contributions

13. Ilyas MI, Nazir S, Xiao P. Breast Leiomyosarcoma: A Systematic Review.
    International Surgery. 2019.
14. Ilyas MI, Nazir S. Leiomyosarcoma of the Breast: Review of Literature. World
    Journal of Surgery. 2017.
15. Lieberman S, Ilyas MI, et al. Thoracoscopic Lung Biopsy in Interstitial Lung
    Disease. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 2017.

Case Reports & Early Academic Contributions

16. Nazir S, Bulanov A, Ilyas MI, et al. Duplicate Appendix with Ruptured
    Appendicitis. International Surgery. 2015.
17. Aladdin M, Ilyas MI. Chemoembolization of Hepatocellular Carcinoma
    Complicated by Interstitial Pneumonitis. Seminars in Interventional Radiology.
    2011.
18. Ilyas MI, Tuner GD, Cranston D. hCG-Secreting Renal Cell Carcinoma with
    Gynecomastia. Scandinavian Journal of Urology and Nephrology. 2008.
19. Ilyas MI, Balacumaraswami L, Ratnatunga C. Propofol Infusion Syndrome in
    Adult Cardiac Surgery. Annals of Thoracic Surgery. 2009.

Ongoing & Programmatic Academic Work

20. Ilyas MI, et al. Advances in Robotic Colorectal Surgery: Techniques and
    Outcomes. (Ongoing / Invited Work)
21. Ilyas MI, et al. Quality Improvement and Accreditation in Rectal Cancer
    Programs. (Programmatic Outcomes Research)

Closing Statement

Dr. Ilyas’s academic mission is to bridge cutting-edge research with patient-centered
surgical care—ensuring that advances in colorectal surgery translate into meaningful
improvements in outcomes, recovery, and quality of life.