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    MediFind found 65 doctor with experience in Colitis near Bakersfield, CA. Of these, 56 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Adventist Health Physicians Network

      2701 Chester Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Damian Pestana is a Gastroenterologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Pestana is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Kern County Hospital Authority

      1700 Mount Vernon Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ishaan Kalha is a Gastroenterologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Kalha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Universal Healthcare Services, Inc.

      8303 Brimhall Rd, Bldg 1500, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ramesh Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, Cellulitis, and Otitis.

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      Distinguished in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Paramvir S Rahal MD Inc

      9802 State Hwy 102, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Paramvir Rahal is a Gastroenterologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Rahal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Menetrier Disease, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      2001 F St, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nadim Sarkies is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Sarkies is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Industrial Bronchitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      2323 16th St, Suite 200, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Young Park is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Cirrhosis.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of California Inc

      2615 Chester Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Young Park is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Adventist Health Physicians Network

      1524 27th St, Suite 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Gerald Rogado is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Rogado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, Sinusitis, Cellulitis, and Empyema.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Centric Health

      2901 Sillect Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Matab Singh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Delirium Tremens, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Centric Health

      2901 Sillect Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Deepak Wahi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Wahi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Sepsis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Centric Health

      2901 Sillect Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Edward Nichols is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Nichols is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Coccidioidomycosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Peptic Ulcer.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Centric Health

      2901 Sillect Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Chioma Ugoh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Ugoh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Centric Health

      2901 Sillect Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cameron Chang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Chang has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Centric Health

      2901 Sillect Ave, Suite 100, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Geetanjali Sharma is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hypertension, Appendicitis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Centric Health

      2901 Sillect Ave, Suite 100, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      William Baker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Baker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Galen Inpatient Physicians PC

      3001 Sillect Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Apinunt Khemthong is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Khemthong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Cellulitis, Atypical Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Colitis
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      Kern County Hospital Authority

      3551 Q St, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alexandra Elias is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Elias is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Anal Fissure, Proctitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Southern California Permanente Medical Group

      3733 San Dimas St, Suite 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      46+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Amin Abdelmeseeh is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Abdelmeseeh has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, Aphthous Stomatitis, and Sutton Disease 2.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Southern California Permanente Medical Group

      3733 San Dimas St, Suite 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mohamed Simjee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Simjee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Asthma, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, and Morning Sickness.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Southern California Permanente Medical Group

      3733 San Dimas St, Suite 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Salma Green is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Green is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Cystitis, Bronchitis, Parainfluenza Virus Type 3, and Parainfluenza.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Colitis?

      Colitis is swelling (inflammation) of the large intestine (colon).

      When should I see a Colitis doctor near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Colitis doctor near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Colitis doctors near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Colitis doctors near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Colitis doctor near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Colitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Colitis 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 Colitis doctor near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Colitis 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 Colitis 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 Colitis doctors near Bakersfield, CA?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Colitis 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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