The 20 Best Colostomy Doctors near Boston, MA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 88 doctor with experience in Colostomy near Boston, MA. Of these, 65 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Evangelos Messaris
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro Building, 3rd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Evangelos Messaris is a Colorectal Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Messaris is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Distinguished in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Liliana Bordeianou is a General Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Bordeianou is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Distinguished in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Division Of General And Gastrointestinal Surgery

    45 Francis Street, ASBII-3rd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rocco Ricciardi is a General Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ricciardi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

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    Haytham Kaafarani
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Haytham Kaafarani is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kaafarani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Gallbladder Disease, Fasciotomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Thomas E. Cataldo
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro Building, 3rd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Cataldo is a Colorectal Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Cataldo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Ulcerative Colitis, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Naomi Shimizu
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Division Of General And Gastrointestinal Surgery

    45 Francis Street, ASBII-3rd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Shimizu is the director of PICC services, an acute care and trauma surgeon and a surgical intensivist in the Division of Trauma, Burn and Surgical Critical Care and Emergency General Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.Prior to her current role, Dr. Shimizu was an associate surgeon in the Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of California and her medical degree from the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii. She completed her general surgery residency and a surgical oncology research fellowship at the University of California. She completed an acute care and surgical critical care fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.Dr. Shimizu’s work in the PICC program has included creating and implementing clinical protocols and superior standards of care. Her research interests focus on the clinical outcomes for trauma patients and is heavily involved with residency wellness and professional development programs. Dr. Shimizu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Delirium, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Tufts Medical Center

    800 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Hall is a Colorectal Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hall is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Crohn's Disease, Anal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hiroko Kunitake is a General Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kunitake is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Kristen T. Crowell
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro Building, 3rd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kristen Crowell is a Colorectal Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Crowell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Anorectal Abscess, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Mandeep S. Sawhney
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC - Division Of Gastroenterology/GI East

    330 Brookline Avenue, Suite Rabb Rose 1, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Offers Telehealth

    Mandeep Sawhney is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Sawhney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Pancreatic Cancer, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Chandrajit P. Raut
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Surgical Oncology

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Division Of Surgical Oncology

    45 Francis Street, Asb2-3, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Raut is the Chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology and the inaugural Distinguished Chair for Cancer Care at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He received a BA and BS from Stanford University, MSc from University of Oxford, and MD from Harvard Medical School, where he is also a Professor of Surgery. He completed his residency in general surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and fellowship in surgical oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Raut specializes in the multidisciplinary care of patients with soft tissue sarcoma and serves as the Surgery Director for the Center for Sarcoma and Bone Oncology at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center (DFBCC). His research focuses on multimodal strategies to reduce rates of local recurrence for patients with sarcoma. Dr. Raut is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Liposarcoma, Nephrectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Brigham And Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zara Cooper is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Cooper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Traumatic Brain Injury, Ogilvie Syndrome, Colostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Robert Riviello
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Riviello is the medical director of the metabolic support service and an associate surgeon with the Division of Trauma, Burn and Surgical Critical Care and Emergency General Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He is also the chair of the University of Global Health Equity in Rwanda and the Kletjian Distinguished Chair in Global Surgery in the Department of Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.Dr. Riviello received his bachelor’s degree from Harvard College, his master’s degree from the Harvard School of Public Health and his medical degree from the University of California. He completed his general surgery residency at Vanderbilt University. He completed the Fulbright International Fellowship in Global Surgery at Centro Evangelico de Medicina do Lubango in Angola and a research fellowship in global surgery at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital Center for Surgery and Public Health. He completed an acute care and burn surgery fellowship, as well as an anesthesia critical care medicine fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.Dr. Riviello’s current research focuses on delivering safe, effective, equitable and patient-centered care to vulnerable populations around the world. He has more than 80 peer-reviewed publications in the field of global surgery. Dr. Riviello has developed innovative platforms for surgical care delivery and curriculums to maximize surgeon effectiveness in resource-limited communities. Dr. Riviello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Secondary Peritonitis, Peritonitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Colostomy.

    Ali Salim
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Salim is chief of the Division of Trauma, Burn and Surgical Critical Care and Emergency General Surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital, where he leads a team of trauma specialist providing expert, multidisciplinary care for thousands of trauma and burn patients each year.  Prior to joining the Brigham, Dr. Salim was an attending physician and program director of the general surgery residency educational program and director of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.  He earned his bachelor's degree from Duke University, a master's degree from Columbia University and his medical degree from the Howard University College of Medicine. Dr. Salim completed his general surgery internship and residency, as well as his fellowship in trauma and surgical critical care at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine.  His clinical interests have focused on the care of the acutely ill trauma, emergency surgery and intensive care unit patient. Dr. Salim's clinical research is focused on the care and outcomes of trauma patients, improving the physiology of organ donors and improving the rate of organ donation. He has authored or co-authored over 350 peer-reviewed publications. His most recent research as principal investigator, funded by the National Institutes of Health, has focused on racial disparities in organ donation, specifically among Hispanic Americans in Southern California. Other aspects of his research include identifying and quantifying the long-term physical, emotion and psychosocial effects following moderate to severe traumatic injuries. Dr. Salim also serves as the co-medical director of the Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation. Dr. Salim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Traumatic Brain Injury, Appendicitis, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Gastrostomy.

    Stephen R. Odom
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3A, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Odom is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Odom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

    Amy D. Wyrzykowski
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3A, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Wyrzykowski is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Wyrzykowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Gabriel A. Brat
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3A, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Gabriel Brat is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Brat has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Alok Gupta
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3A, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alok Gupta is a General Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Charles S. Parsons
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3A, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Parsons is a General Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Parsons has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Charles H. Cook
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3A, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Cook is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Cook is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Colostomy?

    Colostomy is a surgical procedure that brings one end of the large intestine out through an opening (stoma) made in the abdominal wall. Stools moving through the intestine drain through the stoma into a bag attached to the skin of the abdomen.

    When should I see a Colostomy doctor near Boston, MA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Colostomy doctor near Boston, MA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Colostomy doctors near Boston, MA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Colostomy doctors near Boston, MA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Colostomy doctor near Boston, MA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Colostomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Colostomy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Colostomy doctor near Boston, MA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Colostomy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Colostomy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Colostomy doctors near Boston, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Colostomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Colostomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Colostomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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