The 20 Best Anal Fissure Doctors Near Me in Rhode Island, US

Find the Top Anal Fissure Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Anal Fissure near Rhode Island, US. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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22 providers found
    Melissa M. Murphy
    Distinguished in Anal Fissure
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Anal Fissure
    General Surgery

    Affinity Physicians Llc.

    455 Toll Gate Rd, 
    Warwick, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Melissa Murphy is a colon and rectal surgeon with Brigham and Women’s Hospital. She is the Executive Chief of Surgery of Care New England in Rhode Island as well as the Chief of Surgery at Kent Hospital. She is an instructor in surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Murphy received her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine and a master of public health degree from Boston University. She completed a general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center and a colon and rectal surgery fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Dr. Murphy is board certified in both general surgery and colon and rectal surgery.Dr. Murphy practices colorectal surgery both in Boston and in Rhode Island. Her clinical interests include colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease), diverticulitis, anorectal disease, and rectal prolapse with a focus on minimally invasive techniques including laparoscopic and robotic surgery and trans anal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS). She had been named a Top Doctor by Rhode Island Monthly every year since 2013-2021. Dr. Murphy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    General Surgery

    The Miriam Hospital

    146 W River St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leslie Roth is a General Surgeon in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Roth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Rectal Prolapse, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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

    Colorectal Care Center Providence RI

    208 Collyer St Ste 301A, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Baysinger is a General Surgeon in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Baysinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Hemorrhoids, Bowel Incontinence, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Colostomy.

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

    Office

    208 Collyer St Ste 301A, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Vrees is a Colorectal Surgeon in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Vrees is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Joseph D. Pianka MD Inc.

    110 Clock Tower Sq, 
    Portsmouth, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ravi Nadimpalli is a Gastroenterologist in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Dr. Nadimpalli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Women & Infants-Outpatient Nutrition Services

    100 Dudley St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christy Dibble is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Dibble is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Diarrhea.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pranith Perera is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Perera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Achalasia, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Internal Medicine

    Endoscopy Associates LLC

    44 W River St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Valley Dreisbach is an Internal Medicine provider in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Dreisbach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Internal Medicine Associates Inc.

    1150 Reservoir Ave Ste 201, 
    Cranston, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Wolfgang is a Gastroenterologist in Cranston, Rhode Island. Dr. Wolfgang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    44 W River St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brett Kalmowitz is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Kalmowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Endoscopy Associates LLC

    44 W River St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tian Gao is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Gao has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Newton is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Newton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Endoscopy Associates LLC

    44 W River St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alyn Adrain is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Adrain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Roland J. Desmarais M.D.

    20 Cumberland Hill Rd Unit 203, 
    Woonsocket, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tanuj Sharma is a Gastroenterologist in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Hemorrhoids, Macroamylasemia, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

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

    Office

    20 Cumberland Hill Rd Unit 206, 
    Woonsocket, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Philips is a General Surgeon in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Dr. Philips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Women & Infants Hospital-Obstetrics And Consultative Medicine

    100 Dudley St Fl 3, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nnenna Okpara is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Okpara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Hepatitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Women & Infants Hospital-Obstetrics And Consultative Medicine

    100 Dudley St Fl 3, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mariam Fayek is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Fayek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, Stomach Cancer, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

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

    South County Health General Surgery-Wakefield

    70 Kenyon Ave Ste 280, 
    Wakefield, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Brady is a General Surgeon in Wakefield, Rhode Island. Dr. Brady is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Mueller is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Mueller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Bowel Incontinence, Heartburn, and Barrett Esophagus.

    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Anal Fissure
    Gastroenterology

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Chen is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Gastric Dysmotility, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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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 in Rhode Island, US?

    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 in Rhode Island, US?

    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 in Rhode Island, US?

    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 in Rhode Island, US?

    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 in Rhode Island, US?

    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 in Rhode Island, US?

    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 in Rhode Island, US?

    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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