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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 128 doctor with experience in Colitis near Laguna Hills, CA. Of these, 111 are Experienced, 15 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    128 providers found
      Distinguished in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 320, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Douglas Nguyen is a Gastroenterologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      26501 Rancho Parkway South, Suite 103, 
      Lake Forest, CA 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mohammad Jamal is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Forest, California. Dr. Jamal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gallstones, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Jamal is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Oc Urgentcare Medical Group Incorporated

      23653 El Toro Rd, Suite B, 
      Lake Forest, CA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Peter Wu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Forest, California. Dr. Wu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Tetanus, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, and Cellulitis.

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      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 320, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Wanjun Bae is a Gastroenterologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Bae is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Bae is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 320, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Edward Block is a Gastroenterologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Block is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      27700 Medical Center Road, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Tarek Hassanein is a Gastroenterologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Hassanein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Hassanein is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      26501 Rancho Parkway South, Suite 103, 
      Lake Forest, CA 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mladen Jecmenica is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Forest, California. Dr. Jecmenica is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jecmenica is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Saddleback Medical Group Inc

      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Homayon Iraninezhad is a Gastroenterologist in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Iraninezhad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Morning Sickness, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Memorialcare Medical Foundation

      24411 Health Ctr Dr, Suite 680, 
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Faramarz Payandeh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Payandeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Sepsis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Saddleback Medical Group Inc

      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Sterns is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Sterns is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Memorialcare Medical Foundation

      26538 Moulton Pkwy, Suite 38e, 
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Manish Shrestha is a Gastroenterologist in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Shrestha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Liver Failure, Intestinal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Memorialcare Medical Foundation

      26538 Moulton Pkwy, Suite 38e, 
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Theodore Sy is a Gastroenterologist in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Sy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, Gardner Syndrome, and Turcot Syndrome.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      24451 Health Ctr Dr, 
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ketan Shah is a Gastroenterologist in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Hemorrhoids, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Hoag Clinic

      26671 Aliso Creek Rd, Suite 101, 
      Aliso Viejo, CA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Catherine Ngo is a Gastroenterologist in Aliso Viejo, California. Dr. Ngo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Bowel Incontinence, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Aliso Viejo, CA 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shannon O'connor is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Aliso Viejo, California. Dr. O'connor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Dr. O'connor is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Mission Viejo Medical Offices

      23781 Maquina Ave, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joseph Sacksteder is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Sacksteder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Asthma, Viral Gastroenteritis, Asthma in Children, and Colitis. Dr. Sacksteder is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Mission Viejo Medical Offices

      23781 Maquina Ave, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mary Nguy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Nguy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, Chickenpox, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Colitis. Dr. Nguy is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Mission Viejo Medical Office

      23781 Maquina Ave, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Omid Ashouri is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Ashouri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Tension Headache, Asthma in Children, and Asthma. Dr. Ashouri is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 320, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniald Rodrigues is a Gastroenterologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Rodrigues is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Rodrigues is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 320, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Eric Chu is a Gastroenterologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Chu is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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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