Stephanie chats with colorectal surgeon, Graham Newstead AM, about bowel surgery and what makes for an optimal surgical outcome.

Dr Newstead discusses removal of the primary cancer and regional lymph nodes, the different types of surgical procedures - open, keyhole and robotic - as well as recovering from an operation.

Give a $#*! About your bowel: June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, Bowel Cancer Australia's signature event to raise awareness of Australia's second deadliest cancer.