Paul M. Jennings, DO

Dr. Paul M. Jennings is a board-certified general surgeon and board-eligible colorectal surgeon with advanced training in robotic, laparoscopic, and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He completed his Colon and Rectal Surgery Fellowship at Brown University’s Warren Alpert Medical School in Providence, Rhode Island. He previously completed his General Surgery residency and Internship from Rutgers/RWJ Medical School at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey. Dr. Jennings received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from SUNY Geneseo. His clinical interests include robotic and laparoscopic surgery, colon and rectal cancer, pelvic floor disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, perianal disease, and general surgery. Throughout his training, he developed a passion for caring for patients with complex conditions and malignancies, aiming to combine cutting-edge techniques with individualized, patient-centered care. Dr. Jennings has authored multiple publications and presented original research at national surgical meetings, including the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. His work includes studies on minimally invasive colectomy, cancer-related case reports, and innovations in community-based surgical care. He has received numerous awards recognizing academic achievement, surgical excellence, teaching, and leadership, including the Cyril S. Arvanitis Memorial Award and the Monmouth Medical Center General Surgery Legacy Award. Dr. Jennings is an active member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, the Society of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeons, the American Osteopathic Association, and has been named Associate Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Outside of surgery, he enjoys quality time with his family, visiting national parks, swimming, and biking along the shore.

Philosophy of Care: I believe in a thoughtful, individualized approach to patient care that balances surgical innovation with compassionate, evidence-based decision-making. I am particularly drawn to caring for patients with complex surgical needs, including those facing cancer diagnoses, and I strive to provide clarity and partnership during some of the most challenging moments in their lives. My clinical focus includes robotic, laparoscopic, and minimally invasive surgery—tools that allow me to deliver advanced care with the goal of reducing pain, accelerating recovery, and improving outcomes. I view the full spectrum of surgical management as essential—from initial evaluation to long-term survivorship or chronic disease management. Whether addressing colon or rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, or complicated pelvic floor conditions, I work closely with each patient to ensure their care plan reflects both the best available evidence and their individual goals.

Clinical Interests

Robotic Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer, Pelvic Floor Disorders, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Diverticulitis, Perianal Disease, General Surgery