The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in Sarasota, FL

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The 20 Best Colitis Doctors near Sarasota, FL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 114 doctor with experience in Colitis near Sarasota, FL. Of these, 101 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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114 providers found
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Florida Digestive Health Specialists Llp

    2089 Hawthorne St Ste 200, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Frank Corbett is a Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Corbett is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Colitis, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Corbett is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Florida Digestive Health Specialists Llp

    3325 S Tamiami Trl Ste 200, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Loewe is a Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Loewe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Loewe is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Intercoastal Medical Group, Inc.

    3333 Cattlemen Rd Ste 210, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Reichel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Reichel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Coronary Heart Disease, High Cholesterol, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Reichel is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Scott Elsbree,MD

    2601 Cattlemen Rd Ste 304, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Elsbree is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Elsbree is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, High Cholesterol, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Elsbree is currently accepting new patients.

    Sara Karjoo
    Advanced in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    JH All Children's Gastroenterology

    4040 Sawyer Road, Suite A, Suite A, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Karjoo specializes in pediatric gastroenterology/hepatology in the Department of Medicine at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. She sees patients in St. Petersburg and Sarasota. Dr. Karjoo’s clinical interests include hepatology and medical education. She earned her medical degree from The State University of New York Upstate Medical University. Dr. Karjoo trained in pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center/Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She completed a gastroenterology clinical fellowship and a gastroenterology research fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Karjoo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Lactose Intolerance, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Delayed Growth, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Isaac Kalvaria is a Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Kalvaria is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Gastroparesis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Kuperman is a Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Kuperman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Florida Digestive Health Specialists Llp

    1219 S East Ave Ste 308, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lee Mitchel is a Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Mitchel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mitchel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1852 Hillview St Ste 301, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Kucera is a Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Kucera is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Florida Digestive Health Specialists Llp

    2089 Hawthorne St Ste 200, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brent Murchie is a Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Murchie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Murchie is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Florida Digestive Health Specialists Llp

    1801 Arlington St Ste 101, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Southerland is a Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Southerland is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Southerland is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Total Gastroenterology

    3801 Bee Ridge Rd Ste 1, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bahram Ahmadi is a Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Ahmadi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Swallowing Difficulty, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    11505 Palmbrush Trl Ste 200, 
    Lakewood Ranch, FL 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arun Khazanchi is an Internal Medicine provider in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Dr. Khazanchi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Centerplace Health, Inc

    1750 17th St, Suite E, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Accepting New Patients

    Fred Bearison is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Bearison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma. Dr. Bearison is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 605, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Linh Ngo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Ngo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), and Juvenile Temporal Arteritis.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 605, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lorena Ejercito is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Ejercito is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Hypothyroidism, Lung Metastases, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 605, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gerald John is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. John is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Lung Metastases, and Melorheostosis.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital

    1540 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    T Carolyn is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Carolyn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Shingles, Tracheitis, and Acute Cystitis.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Hospital Medicine

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alberto Soyano is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Soyano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Cooney is a Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Cooney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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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 Sarasota, 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 Sarasota, 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 Sarasota, 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 Sarasota, 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 Sarasota, 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 Sarasota, 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 Sarasota, 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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