The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in Santa Cruz, CA

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The 20 Best Colitis Doctors near Santa Cruz, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Colitis near Santa Cruz, CA. Of these, 27 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Kourosh F. Ghassemi
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Santa Cruz Gastroenterology

    1662 Dominican Way, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kourosh Ghassemi is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Ghassemi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ghassemi is currently accepting new patients.

    David Anjelly
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology - Dignity Health Medical Group - Santa Cruz, CA

    1595 Soquel Dr, Suite 350, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I started out in the engineering and IT industries and later decided to switch to medicine as it afforded me the ability to implement my longstanding interests in science and technology towards directly and meaningfully improving the lives and health of those entrusted to my care.  During a stint as a gastroenterology research coordinator--prior to starting medical school--I got to experience, firsthand, the fascinating array of pathologies and variety of practice settings (clinic, inpatient work, endoscopy) which make GI such a fun and 'hands-on' specialty, ultimately leading me to pursue a career as a gastroenterologist.  In my free time I enjoy being outdoors, spending time with my family, DIY projects and exploring my new home state of California.Diagnosing and managing gastrointestinal disease is not always straightforward due to the vague and nonspecific nature of many presenting symptoms. I always strive to gain an understanding of the 'whole' patient (body, mind, and spirit) in developing a therapeutic alliance to best facilitate care. Dr. Anjelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Kuntal M. Thaker
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Pamf - Sc Gi

    1662 Dominican Way, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kuntal Thaker is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Thaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Thaker is currently accepting new patients.

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    Joseph B. Palascak
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Pamf - Sc Gi

    1662 Dominican Way, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Palascak is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Palascak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Palascak is currently accepting new patients.

    Krish M. Gandhi
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Santa Cruz Gastroenterology

    1662 Dominican Way, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Krish Gandhi is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Gandhi has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Hemorrhoids, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gandhi is currently accepting new patients.

    Jedediah L. Wheeler
    Experienced in Colitis
    Experienced in Colitis

    Pediatrics - Dignity Health Medical Group - Capitola, CA

    1820 41st Ave, Suite D, 
    Capitola, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    It is my job to be an advocate and a voice for my little patients, to give them the best chance at a healthy and safe life. Dr. Wheeler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are GAPO Syndrome, Acne, Streptococcal Group A Infection, and Delayed Growth.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Monterey Bay Gastroenterology

    1505 Soquel Dr, Ste 12, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dominican Hospital has a medical staff of about 400 physicians, and is a dual-campus network of quality-focused comprehensive care serving the health care needs of the Monterey Bay region. Dr. Majuk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Monterey Bay Gastroenterology

    1505 Soquel Dr, Ste 12, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Justin Bennet is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Bennet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastritis, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Bennet is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Pamf - Sc Gi

    1662 Dominican Way, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Geoffrey Bernstein is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Bernstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Bernstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Suzanne M. Ware
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    PAMF - FM Soquel Dr

    1301 Mission Street, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suzanne Ware is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Ware is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).

    Marin S. Muller
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    PAMF - Mission St

    2025 Soquel Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marin Muller is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Muller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Myelitis, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Muller is currently accepting new patients.

    Nicole Sudduth
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Santa Cruz Center

    2025 Soquel Avenue, Floor 4, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicole Sudduth is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Sudduth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

    Mary K. Patz
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    PAMF - IM Soquel Dr

    2025 Soquel Dr, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Patz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Patz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis, Pulmonary Aspergilloma, Aspergillosis, and HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.

    Laura Garvin
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    PAMF - IM Soquel Dr

    2025 Soquel Dr, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Garvin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Garvin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Timothy W. Allari
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    PAMF - IM Soquel Dr

    2025 Soquel Dr, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Allari is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Allari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Pamf - Sc Gi

    1662 Dominican Way, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aly Mohamed is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Mohamed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Fecal Impaction, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Shawna Riddle
    Experienced in Colitis
    Experienced in Colitis

    Scotts Valley El Rancho Drive Center

    2980 El Rancho Drive, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shawna Riddle is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Riddle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Obesity in Children, and Hypothyroidism.

    Melinda Y. White
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Family Medicine - Dignity Health Medical Group - Capitola, CA

    528 Capitola Ave, 
    Capitola, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe my role as a physician is to help people be informed, make smart choices, and develop healthy habits so they can maximize their potential for wellness. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Insomnia, Colitis, and Folate Deficiency.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    PAMF - FM Soquel Dr

    1301 Mission Street, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce Eisendorf is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Eisendorf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are RUNX1 Familial Platelet Disorder, Paris-Trousseau Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, and Thrombocytopenia.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Live Oak Health Center

    1510 Capitola Rd, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Casey Kirkhart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Kirkhart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Vertigo.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Colitis?

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

    When should I see a Colitis doctor near Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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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