The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Colitis near Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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15 providers found
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Borland Groover

    23 Mack Bayou Rd, 
    Santa Rosa Beach, FL 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Snehal Desai is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Dr. Desai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intestinal Cancer, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Desai is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Borland Groover

    23 Mack Bayou Rd, 
    Santa Rosa Beach, FL 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jacob Feagans is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Dr. Feagans is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Feagans is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Feagans is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Physician Assistant | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Physician Assistant | Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Borland Groover

    23 Mack Bayou Rd, 
    Santa Rosa Beach, FL 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jordan Miles is a Physician Assistant and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Miles, PA is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Gastric Dysmotility, and Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome. Miles, PA is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants - Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C). Miles, PA is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension Sacred Heart Primary Care - Miramar Beach

    7720 US Highway 98 W, Ste 350, 
    Miramar Beach, FL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Gerardo Gomez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Miramar Beach, Florida. Dr. Gomez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Sinusitis. Dr. Gomez is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Gomez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Dunn Diabetes & Wellness Center PA

    141 Mack Bayou Loop Ste 101, 
    Santa Rosa Beach, FL 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raphael Rusynyk is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Dr. Rusynyk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastritis, Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Doc Smiley's Urgent Care LLC

    43 Cassine Way Ste 102, 
    Santa Rosa Beach, FL 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Smiley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Dr. Smiley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Lymphangitis, Common Cold, and Cellulitis.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    5551 US Highway 98 W, 
    Santa Rosa Beach, FL 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Morris Cochran is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Dr. Cochran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Gout, Bronchitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Colitis. Dr. Cochran is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast

    7800 US Highway 98 W, 
    Miramar Beach, FL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vimal Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Miramar Beach, Florida. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    7800 US Highway 98 W, 
    Miramar Beach, FL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katia Dieguez-Otero is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Miramar Beach, Florida. Dr. Dieguez-Otero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension Sacred Heart Primary Care - Watersound Origins

    180 N Watersound Pkwy, 
    Watersound, FL 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Tucker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Watersound, Florida. Dr. Tucker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Heart Attack, Sepsis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Tucker is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Tucker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Ascension Sacred Heart Medical Park And Walk-In Clinic - Destin

    36500 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Ste A-2, 
    Destin, FL 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Zielinski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Zielinski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Zielinski is board certified in The American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine. Dr. Zielinski is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension Sacred Heart Primary Care - Bluewater Bay

    4586 E Highway 20, Ste B, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Zimmermann is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Zimmermann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Zimmermann is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Zimmermann is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Leeward Medical LLC

    4554 E Highway 20, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Hien Dao is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Dao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Heart Attack, Renovascular Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Dao is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Dr. William N. Grant

    3999 Commons Dr W Ste E, 
    Destin, FL 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Grant-Iii is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Grant-Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Headache, Tietz Syndrome, Costochondritis, and Muscle Spasms.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Novak & Novak PA

    994 Airport Rd, 
    Destin, FL 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yvette Novak is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Novak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Novak is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Colitis?

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

    When should I see a Colitis doctor near Santa Rosa Beach, FL?

    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 Rosa Beach, FL?

    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 Rosa Beach, FL?

    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 Rosa Beach, FL?

    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 Rosa Beach, FL?

    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 Rosa Beach, FL?

    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 Rosa Beach, FL?

    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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