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    MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Colitis near Springfield, IL. Of these, 18 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    20 providers found
      Distinguished in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Springfield Clinic, Llp

      800 N 1st St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rajan Kochar is a Gastroenterologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Kochar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colitis
      General Surgery

      Office

      900 N 1st St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Thiele is a General Surgeon in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Thiele is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colitis
      General Surgery

      Office

      900 N 1st St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peter Hofmann is a General Surgeon in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Hofmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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      Experienced in Colitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colitis
      General Surgery

      Office

      900 N 1st St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Elizabeth Woodward is a General Surgeon in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Woodward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Encopresis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Colitis
      Colorectal Surgery

      Office

      900 N 1st St Fl 3, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Paul Pacheco is a Colorectal Surgeon in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Pacheco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Springfield Clinic, Llp

      1025 S 6th St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Peterson is a Gastroenterologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Barrett Esophagus, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Springfield Clinic, Llp

      800 E Carpenter St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ashish Chopra is a Gastroenterologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Chopra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Ascites, Hepatitis C, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine | General Practice

      Board Of Trustees Of Southern Illinois University

      520 N 4th St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Deedra Mclain is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Mclain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Ogilvie Syndrome. Dr. Mclain is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      1025 S 6th St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Mosley is a Gastroenterologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Mosley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Springfield Clinic, Llp

      1025 S 6th St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dmitry Shuster is a Gastroenterologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Shuster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Springfield Clinic, Llp

      1025 S 6th St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Eric Bloemer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Bloemer has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Anemia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Bloemer is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Siu Physicians And Surgeons Inc

      315 W Carpenter St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Zafar Quader is a Gastroenterologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Quader is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Hiatal Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Hshs Medical Group Inc

      1836 S Macarthur Blvd, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Arun Gunda is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Gunda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Common Cold, Tracheitis, Otitis, and Acute Cystitis.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Memorial Physician Services

      2950 S 6th St, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lydia Villafuerte is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Villafuerte 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, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Villafuerte is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Springfield Clinic, Llp

      775 Engineering Ave, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Fadi Annaba is a Gastroenterologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Annaba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Springfield Clinic, Llp

      775 Engineering Ave, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rahul Nayani is a Gastroenterologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Nayani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      775 Engineering Ave, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Matthew Yociss is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Yociss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Acute Cystitis, Pneumonia, and Headache.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      2801 Mathers Rd, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (5.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Helen Kwong is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Kwong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Magnesium Deficiency, Gitelman Syndrome, Dehydration, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      4413 Lynhurst Rd, 
      Springfield, IL 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dragica Milicevic is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Milicevic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Lung Metastases, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, and Anemia. Dr. Milicevic is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Memorial Physician Services

      101 E Plummer Blvd, 
      Chatham, IL 
       (8.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mary Saunders is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chatham, Illinois. Dr. Saunders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Mitral Stenosis, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Anemia, and Dementia. Dr. Saunders is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Springfield, IL?

      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 Springfield, IL?

      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 Springfield, IL?

      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 Springfield, IL?

      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 Springfield, IL?

      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 Springfield, IL?

      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 Springfield, IL?

      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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