The 20 Best Bowel Incontinence Doctors Near Me in Lake Success, NY

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The 20 Best Bowel Incontinence Doctors near Lake Success, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 288 doctor with experience in Bowel Incontinence near Lake Success, NY. Of these, 242 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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288 providers found
    Distinguished in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colon & Rectal Surgical Practice Of Nassau PLLC

    1100 Franklin Ave Ste 203, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mala Balakumar is a Colorectal Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Balakumar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Anal Fissure, Hemorrhoids, and Levator Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery
    623 Stewart Avenue, Suite 104, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jules Garbus is a Colorectal Surgeon in Garden City, New York. Dr. Garbus is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Gastric Dysmotility, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Andrea Zimmern
    Advanced in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Center For Colon & Rectal Diseases At Great Neck

    900 Northern Boulevard, Suite 100, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Andrea Zimmern, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colorectal surgeon at Northwell Health, treating a wide range of diseases and disorders of the small intestine, colon, rectum and anus. This includes hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, diverticulitis and colorectal cancer.""Most of what I treat isn't life-threatening but affects people's quality of life-they start to feel better almost immediately after surgery, which is very satisfying for me,"" says Dr. Zimmern, who knew she wanted to be a doctor since she was 6 years old.After completing her residency in general surgery at SUNY Stony Brook, where she was chief resident, Dr. Zimmern was dual fellowship trained in robotic surgery at University of Illinois at Chicago and in colorectal at St. Vincent Health Center in Pennsylvania.Dr. Zimmern joined Northwell in 2017 and appreciates the health system's team approach to care. In addition to collaborating with fellow colorectal surgeons, she works closely with other specialists, especially gastroenterologists and urogynecologists, to create customized treatment plans for each patient. ""Medicine is not a cookie-cutter practice,"" she says. ""I work with patients to understand what they're looking to achieve and come up with a plan that's tailored to their needs.""Dr. Zimmern specializes in robotic, laparoscopic and other minimally invasive surgeries for greater precision and faster healing. She sees a diverse range of patients and is particularly well-versed in women's health issues, including pelvic floor testing. She is actively involved with research in her field and is passionate about teaching, leading Northwell's general surgery residency program and the colorectal and urogynecology fellowship programs. She's also a faculty member at Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell-serving as an assistant professor of surgery and participating in the Women in Medicine mentorship program. ""I want to be the best role model I can be,"" she says. She also creates videos for doctors and patients, educating them about common health concerns she sees.""There's so many people, especially women, walking around with issues that they're too embarrassed to tell their doctor or even their friends,"" she says. ""I encourage people to speak up because most of the time, you're not alone-these issues are common and treatable. I'm here to listen and to help.""". Dr. Zimmern is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Rectal Prolapse, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Matthew J. Whitson
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Great Neck

    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Whitson is a Gastroenterologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Whitson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Mary S. Cheung
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Great Neck

    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Cheung is a Gastroenterologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Cheung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Achalasia, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Doreen E. Chung
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    General Surgery | Urology
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    General Surgery | Urology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Lake Success

    450 Lakeville Road, Suite M42, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, French, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Doreen Chung is a General Surgeon and a Urologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Chung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Prostatectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Feza H. Remzi
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Center For Advanced IBD Care

    125 Community Drive, Suite 100, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    An internationally recognized colorectal surgeon, Feza Remzi, MD is a leader in the surgical management of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other colorectal diseases. He specializes in the treatment of patients with complex colorectal conditions including ulcerative colitis, Crohn s Disease, diverticulitis, pelvic pouch procedures, sphincter-saving operations of the rectum, and re-operative abdominopelvic surgeries. Dr. Remzi has published over 300 peer- reviewed articles and book chapters on the surgical management of IBD, and ileal J-pouch. He has been recognized with several awards and honors, including being voted as one of the Castle Connolly and New York Magazine Top Doctors in New York. In 2010, he was honored with honorary fellowship/membership at the Annual National Surgical Congress in Turkey as the first recipient of this award from this society. A native of Turkey, Dr. Remzi earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University School of Medicine in Ankara, Turkey. He completed his general surgery residency and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Remzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Marc E. Sher
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    3003 New Hyde Park Road, Suite 309, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    President - New York Surgical SocietyPast President - New York society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Dr. Sher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Tereza C. Sardinha
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    3003 New Hyde Park Road, Suite 309, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

    Tereza Sardinha is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Sardinha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Perianal Streptococcal Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Harvey A. Winkler
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Sharon Joyce Schlanger Center For Women's Care

    865 Northern Boulevard, Suite 202, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Winkler is the System Chief, of the Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery: Urogynecology at Northwell Health and Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is in active clinician, as well as and academician. Clinically he manages patients with all types of pelvic floor dysfunction and specifically, patients with pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence. Dr. Winkler is a skilled surgeon and performs pelvic reconstructive procedures laparoscopically/robotically, abdominally, and vaginally. This ability to perform pelvic floor reconstructive procedures through various routes allows Dr. Winkler the ability to individually tailor treatment options for each patientDr. Winkler is a mentor and trains medical students, residents and fellows and was awarded the APGO Excellence in Teaching Award for Excellence in Resident Education in June of 2012. He is the program director of the ACGME approved Fellowship Program in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at North Shore-LIJ. Dr. Winkler is committed to clinical research and has authored and published dozens of peer reviewed articles and has presented his research at national annual scientific meetings. Dr. Winkler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Rectocele, Angiomyoma, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, Hysterectomy, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

    Erica Lai
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Sharon Joyce Schlanger Center For Women's Care

    865 Northern Boulevard, Suite 202, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Erica Lai is a board-certified gynecologist and completed fellowship training in Urogynecology / Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. She offers her patients both medical and surgical management for various pelvic floor disorders and can customize treatment plans to fit her patients individual needs. Her surgical expertise includes minimally invasive gynecologic approaches, such as vaginal and Da Vinci robotic pelvic reconstruction, as well as open abdominal procedures. She is interested in clinical research and has presented her work at national society conferences. Dr. Lai is a reviewer for several scientific journals and has multiple publications. She is also involved in the mentoring and training of medical students, residents, and fellows. Although Dr. Lai is an active academician, she prioritizes her patients wellbeing and provides compassionate care. Her clinical areas of focus include pelvic organ prolapse, urinary tract infections, overactive bladder, urinary and fecal incontinence, fistulas, and other pelvic floor disorders. Dr. Lai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Rectocele, Rectal Prolapse, Encopresis, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Hysterectomy.

    Marisa Ranire
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery | Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Colorectal Surgery | Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Lake Success

    1999 Marcus Avenue, Suite 106C, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marisa Ranire is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine provider in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Ranire is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia.

    Seymour Katz
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    1999 Marcus Avenue, Suite 300, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Seymour Katz is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Katz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colitis, and Endoscopy.

    Shifra A. Koyfman
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shifra Koyfman is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Koyfman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Lactose Intolerance, and Diarrhea.

    Kate R. Buzzi
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kate Buzzi is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Buzzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Lactose Intolerance, Acrofacial Dysostosis Nager Type, and Acrofacial Dysostosis Weyers Type.

    Jennifer Mait
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Mait is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Mait is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Bowel Incontinence, and Eosinophilic Enteropathy.

    James F. Markowitz
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Markowitz is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Markowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Samuel Bitton
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hebrew

    Samuel Bitton is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Bitton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Celiac Disease, and Endoscopy.

    Cindy A. Haller
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Bowel Incontinence
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cindy Haller is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Haller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Atresia of Small Intestine, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Celiac Disease, and Crohn's Disease.

    Advanced in Bowel Incontinence
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Bowel Incontinence
    Gastroenterology
    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M200, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Preeti Mehta is a Gastroenterologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Bowel Incontinence?

    Bowel incontinence is the loss of bowel control, causing you to unexpectedly pass stool. This can range from sometimes leaking a small amount of stool and passing gas, to not being able to control bowel movements.

    Urinary incontinence is when you are not able to control passing urine. It is not covered in this article.

    When should I see a Bowel Incontinence doctor near Lake Success, NY?

    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 Bowel Incontinence doctor near Lake Success, NY?

    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 Bowel Incontinence doctors near Lake Success, NY?

    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 Bowel Incontinence doctors near Lake Success, NY?

    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 Bowel Incontinence doctor near Lake Success, NY?

    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 Bowel Incontinence doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bowel Incontinence 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 Bowel Incontinence doctor near Lake Success, NY?

    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 Bowel Incontinence 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 Bowel Incontinence 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 Bowel Incontinence doctors near Lake Success, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Bowel Incontinence 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 Bowel Incontinence doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Bowel Incontinence 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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