The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in Houma, LA

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The 20 Best Colitis Doctors near Houma, LA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 28 doctor with experience in Colitis near Houma, LA. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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28 providers found
    Advanced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Watkins Family Medicine LLC

    928 School St, 
    Houma, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Watkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Watkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Empyema, Sinusitis, H1N1 Influenza, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

    Advanced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Houma Health Clinic Inc

    827 Bayou Gardens Blvd, 
    Houma, LA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Walker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Walker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Multiple System Atrophy, Necrosis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Center Of The South Apmc

    8120 Main St Ste 200, 
    Houma, LA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Pellegrin is a Gastroenterologist in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Pellegrin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Haydel Family Practice Apmc

    502 Barrow St, 
    Houma, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Haydel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Haydel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Pediatric Myocarditis, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Haydel Family Practice Apmc

    502 Barrow St, 
    Houma, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Haydel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Haydel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Haydel Family Practice Apmc

    502 Barrow St, 
    Houma, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Watkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Watkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Chronic Kidney Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine Clinic Of Houma

    911 Verret St, 
    Houma, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Russell Henry is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Henry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Houma Family Practice Clinic Apmc

    606 Liberty St, 
    Houma, LA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kirk Dantin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Dantin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Bronchitis.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Southern Regional Medical Center

    1978 Industrial Blvd, 
    Houma, LA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Babiswarup Chandamuri is a Gastroenterologist in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Chandamuri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Sports Medicine

    Family Foot Clinic PMC

    335 Bayou Gardens Blvd, 
    Houma, LA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Naul is a primary care provider, practicing in Sports Medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Naul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Fadi Abou-Issa MD A Medical LLC

    8120 Main St Ste 301, 
    Houma, LA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fadi Abou is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Abou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Ochsner Urgent Care & Occupational Health - Houma

    5922 W Main St Ste A, 
    Houma, LA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Frederick Risener is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Risener is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Sinusitis. Dr. Risener is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Ochsner Family Doctor Clinic - Mathews

    111 Acadia Park Drive, 
    Raceland, LA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andre Duplantis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Raceland, Louisiana. Dr. Duplantis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Duplantis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Family Doctor Clinic Drs. Harris & Magee A Medical Corp.

    804 S Acadia Rd, 
    Thibodaux, LA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Francis Robichaux is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Dr. Robichaux is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Family Doctor Clinic Drs. Harris & Magee A Medical Corp.

    804 S Acadia Rd, 
    Thibodaux, LA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyle Guidry is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Dr. Guidry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Thibodaux Regional Network Development Corporation

    602 N Acadia Rd Ste 101, 
    Thibodaux, LA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Monier is a Gastroenterologist in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Dr. Monier is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Painful Swallowing, and Swallowing Difficulty.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants PLLC

    764 N Acadia Rd Ste A, 
    Thibodaux, LA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Duplechain is a Gastroenterologist in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Dr. Duplechain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants PLLC

    764 N Acadia Rd Ste A, 
    Thibodaux, LA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Toups is a Gastroenterologist in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Dr. Toups is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1107 Audubon Ave # A, 
    Thibodaux, LA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pasam Rao is a Gastroenterologist in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Dr. Rao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Ochsner Health Center - Raceland

    106 Cypress St., 
    Raceland, LA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohammad Nawaz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Raceland, Louisiana. Dr. Nawaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Nawaz 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 Houma, LA?

    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 Houma, LA?

    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 Houma, LA?

    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 Houma, LA?

    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 Houma, LA?

    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 Houma, LA?

    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 Houma, LA?

    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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