This topic is about finding an experienced colorectal surgeon in Massachusetts for a patient who needs both their colon and rectum removed. The patient has been dealing with severe constipation-related damage and has recently developed ulcerative colitis. Complicating matters, a previous medical procedure caused a spleen rupture, leaving the patient immunocompromised. While the Cleveland Clinic has offered to perform the surgery in two stages for safety, relocating there for up to a year is a significant challenge. The patient is seeking recommendations for skilled colorectal surgeons closer to home in Massachusetts.

Here are some helpful insights and advice:

1. If traveling is an option, many people highly recommend the Cleveland Clinic. They praise its specialized colorectal floor, attentive staff, and on-floor stoma nurses. Dr. Scott Steele, the Department Chair at Cleveland Clinic, is specifically mentioned.

2. For options in Massachusetts:
- Dr. Joel Goldberg at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston is frequently mentioned as the best in the area.
- Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston is also suggested as a reputable center for complex colorectal surgeries.

3. For out-of-state alternatives:
- Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City is recommended by a member who had successful laparoscopic colorectal surgeries there. The surgeon's name can be shared privately.

4. A member living near Cleveland offers personal assistance if the patient decides to go with the Cleveland Clinic option.