Dear Colleague, welcome to the Romanian page of the ESCP website
The Romanian Society of Coloproctology (RSCP) is a dynamic and evolving professional society on a trajectory of growing national and international recognition. We bring together surgeons, gastroenterologists, and allied specialists who share the unified goal of offering the best possible treatment options in colorectal pathology and proctological care.
Though coloproctology is not a formal subspecialty in Romania, it functions as a collaborative, interdisciplinary field bridging general surgery and gastroenterology, supported by complementary disciplines such as radiology, oncology, anesthesiology, stoma therapy, psychology and nursing.
SRCP serves as a platform for interaction, continuing education, and exchange of ideas. Through the society, members gain access to national and international conferences, educational programs, and networking opportunities with opinion leaders and innovators in the field.
Official site of the Romanian Society of Coloproctology (RSCP): https://srcoloproctologie.ro
Linked Societies:
- Romanian Society of Surgery: www.srchirurgie.ro
- Romanian Society of Gastroenterology and Hepatology: https://srgh.ro
Current ESCP membership numbers: 33
EBSQ certified: 2
ESCP Representative: Florin Grama (
Upcoming national meeting:
- 12-13 December 2025 – Conference: Advances in the management and treatment of colorectal cancer - Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Organized by Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy and Romanian Society of Coloproctology.
- 15-17 april 2026 - National Congress of Coloproctology – Constanta, Romania (Crowne Plaza Hotel, Mamaia)
Journals (ISI Web of Science Indexed): Chirurgia (Bucharest, Romania: 1990); Journal of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases (ww.jgld.ro)
Training opportunities:
- Coltea Clinical Hospital – General Surgery Department, Bucharest (Assoc. Prof. Florin Grama FEBS, FACS).
Immersive experience in minimally-invasive, transanal and open colorectal surgery (colorectal malignancies, pelvic floor disorders, proctology). Engaging in clinical, educational engagement and research collaboration.
Contact:
- 1st Surgical Department, Emergency Clinical Hospital, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca (Assoc. Prof. Vasile Bintintan, President of the Romanian Society of Coloproctology)
This immersion is designed to offer a deep understanding of our clinical practice, allowing you to observe our approach to complex cases and participate in a vibrant academic environment. Our specific areas of expertise include: Colorectal cancer, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Diverticular disease, Proctology.
Contact:
- Surgical Training Institute at Ponderas Academic Hospital (Prof. Catalin Copaescu, Assoc. Prof. Victor Tomulescu)
https://www.surgicaltraininginstitute.com/courses/details/130
Relevant news or initiatives in your country:
- IMProstomy trial - a landmark international study, jointly led by Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery & the Romanian Society of Coloproctology (RSCP). The objective of the study is to evaluate the impact of programmed training on ileostomy practice after sphincter-saving TME for Rectal Cancer.
- Future plan (2026): Multicenter Observational Study on Neoadjuvant Strategies and Outcomes of Total Mesorectal Excision in Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer
- Tripartite Research Project (UMFCD Internal Grant Competition 2025)
Title:The Role of the Gut Microbiome in Molecular Alterations and microRNA Regulation in Colorectal Cancer
Institutions: ”Carol Davila”University of Medicine and Pharmacy (UMFCD) of Bucharest, Romania; Colțea Clinical Hospital, and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
Team:
Simona-Nicoleta Turcu (Fundeni Clinical Institute)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Florin Grama; Draga-Maria Mandi (Colțea Clinical Hospital)
Prof. Dr. Maria Gazouli (School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece)
Overview:
This international collaborative study explores how the gut microbiome- particularly Fusobacterium nucleatum, influences molecular changes and microRNA (miRNA) regulation in colorectal cancer. Focusing on Romanian patients with stage II (high-risk) and stage III colon cancer, the project combines genomic and microbiome analyses to identify new biomarkers and therapeutic targets that may improve outcomes and guide personalised treatment strategies.
Future Plans
The Romanian Society of Coloproctology (SRCP) is committed to shaping the next chapter of coloproctology in Romania through growth, collaboration, and excellence. Building on the society’s solid foundation and increasing international engagement, our focus for the coming years will be on sustainable development and meaningful impact, both nationally and within the ESCP network.
Our strategic priorities include:
- Expanding national collaboration by connecting centers across the country and creating a structured network that promotes consistent training, data exchange, and shared clinical experience in colorectal care.
- Enhancing education and training, with hands-on workshops, live surgery courses, and multidisciplinary symposia designed to strengthen technical expertise and teamwork between surgeons, gastroenterologists, and allied professionals.
- Establishing a national clinical and research registry to facilitate outcome monitoring, evidence generation, and integration into European audits and studies.
- Empowering the next generation, through dedicated mentorship programmes, trainee fellowships, and young specialist sessions that encourage active involvement in ESCP activities and leadership pathways.
- Fostering international partnerships by developing joint projects and scientific exchanges with other European societies, reinforcing Romania’s contribution to global knowledge and innovation in coloproctology.
- Promoting awareness and prevention, through public education initiatives and advocacy for national screening and early detection of colorectal disease.
Through these initiatives, SRCP aims to strengthen the Romanian community of coloproctology, promote excellence in patient care, and position Romania as an active and forward-looking partner within the European Society of Coloproctology.