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    MediFind found 88 doctor with experience in Colitis near Des Moines, IA. Of these, 72 are Experienced and 16 are Advanced.

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      Shankar Raman
      Experienced in Colitis
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Colitis
      Colorectal Surgery

      Mercyone Des Moines Surgical Care

      411 Laurel St, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shankar Raman is a Colorectal Surgeon in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Raman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

      Dennis Zachary
      Experienced in Colitis
      Experienced in Colitis

      Mercy Clinics Inc.

      6601 SW 9th St, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dennis Zachary is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Zachary 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, and Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Colitis
      Colorectal Surgery

      Mercyone Des Moines Surgical Care

      411 Laurel St, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Soren Kraemer is a Colorectal Surgeon in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kraemer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

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      Experienced in Colitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colitis
      General Surgery

      Mercyone Des Moines Surgical Care

      411 Laurel St, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mayin Lin is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Appendectomy, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Primary Health Care Engebretsen Clinic

      2353 SE 14th St, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Susan Kennedy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kennedy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Emergency Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Emergency Medicine

      Broadlawns Medical Center

      1801 Hickman Rd, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Matthew Spitzenberger is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Spitzenberger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Mouth Sores, Common Cold, and Ascites.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Emergency Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Emergency Medicine

      Broadlawns Medical Center

      1801 Hickman Rd, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Timothy Gerdis is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Gerdis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Viral Pharyngitis, Lymphangitis, and Peptic Ulcer.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Broadlawns Medical Center

      1801 Hickman Rd, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Logan Vidal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Vidal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Frostbite, Morning Sickness, TMJ Disorders, and Delirium Tremens.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Broadlawns Medical Center

      1801 Hickman Rd, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lindsey Christianson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Christianson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Chronic Pain, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Office

      2508 E University Ave, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lisa Klock is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Klock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Brown-Sequard Syndrome, Black Hairy Tongue, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Peter Grubel
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      MercyOne Des Moines Gastroenterology Hospitalists

      1111 6th Avenue, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peter Grubel is a Gastroenterologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Grubel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Daniel Dimeo
      Experienced in Colitis
      Pediatric Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Pediatric Gastroenterology

      MercyOne Des Moines Pediatrics Specialty Care

      330 Laurel Street, Suite 1200, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Dimeo is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Dimeo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Encopresis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and Bowel Incontinence.

      Hazim Zaghloul
      Experienced in Colitis
      Pediatric Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Pediatric Gastroenterology

      MercyOne Des Moines Pediatrics Specialty Care

      330 Laurel Street, Suite 1200, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hazim Zaghloul is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Zaghloul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and Lactose Intolerance.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Advanced in Colitis

      Mercy Clinics Inc

      1111 6th Ave, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Poonputt Chotiprasidhi is a Gastroenterologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Chotiprasidhi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Dean Moews
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

      1111 6th Avenue, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dean Moews is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Moews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Dehydration, Low Sodium Level, Essential Thrombocythemia, and Orthostatic Hypotension.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Broadlawns Medical Center

      1801 Hickman Rd, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Edward Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Jones has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Acute Cystitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Colitis. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Broadlawns Medical Center

      1801 Hickman Rd, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Swahili
      Accepting New Patients

      Ronnie Hawkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Labyrinthitis, Tracheitis, Cellulitis, and Lymphangitis. Dr. Hawkins is currently accepting new patients.

      Robert Callahan
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Beaverdale Family Medicine

      4326 Hickman Road, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Callahan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Callahan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

      Timothy Mccoy
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne South Des Moines Family Medicine

      6601 Southwest 9th Street, Suite 1, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Timothy Mccoy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mccoy 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, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      The Iowa Clinic

      5950 University Avenue, 
      West Des Moines, IA 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Fahler had the opportunity to work with our Gastroenterology (GI) physicians during his residency training in which they treated him as a colleague and showed great cohesiveness among the group. The GI team and the quality of The Iowa Clinic overall is why Dr. Fahler decided to join the practice. Early in his training, he worked in a GI Clinic where he developed a strong interest for disorders of the GI tract. That and the balance between clinical and procedural medicine are what attracted him to the field. Dr. Fahler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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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 Des Moines, IA?

      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 Des Moines, IA?

      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 Des Moines, IA?

      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 Des Moines, IA?

      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 Des Moines, IA?

      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 Des Moines, IA?

      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 Des Moines, IA?

      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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