The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in peru, IL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Colitis near peru, IL. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 1 are Distinguished.

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13 providers found
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    OSF Medical Group - General Surgery

    920 West Street, 
    Peru, IL 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Geetha Dodda is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Peru, Illinois. Dr. Dodda is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Dodda is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Dodda is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    OSF HealthCare - Medical Group (Primary Care)

    309 South McCoy Street, 
    Granville, IL 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shawn Bailey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Granville, Illinois. Dr. Bailey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dehydration, Hypothyroidism, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). Dr. Bailey is board certified in Medical Education , Residency, Family Medicine, and Internship, Family Medicine . Dr. Bailey is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    OSF HealthCare - Medical Group (Primary Care)

    1650 Midtown Road, 
    Peru, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Zidow is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Peru, Illinois. Dr. Zidow 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 Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Nephropathy, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Zidow is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Zidow is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    OSF HealthCare - Medical Group (Primary Care)

    415 East 2nd Street, 
    Spring Valley, IL 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Morrow is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spring Valley, Illinois. Dr. Morrow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 60 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sclerosing Cholangitis, Cholangitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Morrow is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Morrow is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    920 West St Bldg A, 
    Peru, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joel Leifheit is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Peru, Illinois. Dr. Leifheit is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Leifheit is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    St. Margaret's Health-Peru

    920 West St Ste 311, 
    Peru, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Fernandez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Peru, Illinois. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Osteoarthritis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    St. Margaretas Health-Spring Valley

    600 E 1st St, 
    Spring Valley, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramon Inciong is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spring Valley, Illinois. Dr. Inciong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Potassium Level, Necrosis, Gitelman Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Carle Health Spring Valley

    1302 N Greenwood St, 
    Spring Valley, IL 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thaw Tun is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spring Valley, Illinois. Dr. Tun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, High Cholesterol, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

    Experienced in Colitis
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    OSF HealthCare - Medical Group (Primary Care)

    415 East 2nd Street, 
    Spring Valley, IL 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Louis Lukancic is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Spring Valley, Illinois. Dr. Lukancic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Myasthenia Gravis. Dr. Lukancic is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Internal Medicine . Dr. Lukancic is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    OSF HealthCare - Medical Group (Primary Care)

    415 East 2nd Street, 
    Spring Valley, IL 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Morrow-Iii is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Spring Valley, Illinois. Dr. Morrow-Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Morrow-Iii is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Internal Medicine . Dr. Morrow-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Ottawa Osteopathic Physicians LTD.

    645 W Main St, 
    Ottawa, IL 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Terry Love is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ottawa, Illinois. Dr. Love is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Plague, Cellulitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Love is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    OSF HealthCare - Medical Group (Primary Care)

    1614 East Norris Drive, 
    Ottawa, IL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients

    Raul Guerrero is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ottawa, Illinois. Dr. Guerrero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Dementia. Dr. Guerrero is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Guerrero is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    OSF HealthCare - Medical Group (Primary Care)

    1640 1st Avenue, 
    Ottawa, IL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ushasri Koganti is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ottawa, Illinois. Dr. Koganti 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 Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Koganti is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Koganti 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 peru, 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 peru, 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 peru, 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 peru, 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 peru, 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 peru, 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 peru, 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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