The 20 Best Anal Fissure Doctors Near Me in Baton Rouge, LA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 30 doctor with experience in Anal Fissure near Baton Rouge, LA. Of these, 21 are Experienced and 9 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery

    Office

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 507, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Asif Talukder is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Talukder is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Fissure, Levator Syndrome, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery

    Baton Rouge Colon Rectal Associates

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 206, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Renee is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Renee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bowel Incontinence, Anal Cancer, Encopresis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery

    Baton Rouge Colon Rectal Associates

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 206, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Byrd is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Byrd is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Rectal Prolapse, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery

    Office

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 507, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nathan Philip is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Philip is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Genital Warts, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Surgical Oncology

    Baton Rouge Colon Rectal Associates

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 206, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ray Daugherty is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Daugherty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Anal Fissure, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery

    Baton Rouge Colon Rectal Associates

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 206, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Louis Ramsey is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Ramsey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Colorectal Cancer, Appendectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    General Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove

    10310 The Grove Blvd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Kyle Jakob is a board certified General Surgeon, and a member of American College of Surgeons. In addition to his responsibilities as Section Head, Dr. Jakob also serves as Chief of Staff of Ochsner Baton Rouge. He specializes in a wide range of cancer care including breast, skin, soft tissue (benign and malignant), GI tract, and Endocrine. Dr. Jakob offers multiple surgical options such as robotic, and laparoscopic assisted surgery. Dr. Jakob is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Lump, Obesity in Children, Paget Disease of the Breast, Colostomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Jakob is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Jakob is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery

    Ochsner Cancer Center - Baton Rouge

    17050 Medical Center Dr 2nd Floor, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Giglia is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Giglia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lynch Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy. Dr. Giglia is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Giglia is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    G Thomas is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Fitzmorris is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Fitzmorris is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastric Bypass, and Liver Transplant.

    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Internal Medicine

    Louisiana Endoscopy Center

    9103 Jefferson Hwy, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Chauvin is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Chauvin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Endoscopy Center Of Baton Rouge

    6615 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Kurz is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Kurz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Colorectal Surgery
    7777 Hennessy Blvd, Suite 206, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jay Jhunjhunwala is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Jhunjhunwala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Fissure, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Guidroz is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Guidroz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Balart is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Balart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Cauble is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Cauble is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Bowel Incontinence, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Rolfsen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Rolfsen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Louisiana Endoscopy Center

    9103 Jefferson Hwy, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Barker is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Barker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Louisiana Endoscopy Center

    9103 Jefferson Hwy, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Oleana Lamendola is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Lamendola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Louisiana Endoscopy Center

    9103 Jefferson Hwy, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Berggreen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Berggreen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Anal Fissure?

    An anal fissure is a small split or tear in the thin moist tissue (mucosa) lining the lower rectum (anus).

    When should I see an Anal Fissure doctor near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 an Anal Fissure doctor near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Anal Fissure doctors near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Anal Fissure doctors near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 an Anal Fissure doctor near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Anal Fissure doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Anal Fissure 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 an Anal Fissure doctor near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Anal Fissure 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 Anal Fissure 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 Anal Fissure doctors near Baton Rouge, LA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Anal Fissure 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 an Anal Fissure doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Anal Fissure 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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