The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in Catonsville, MD

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The 20 Best Colitis Doctors near Catonsville, MD

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 246 doctor with experience in Colitis near Catonsville, MD. Of these, 204 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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246 providers found
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Geoffrey Nguyen is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Allen T. Banegura
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastro Health

    700 Geipe Road, Suite 230, Suite 230, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Allen Banegura is a Gastroenterologist in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Banegura is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Thomas W. Abernathy
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastro Health

    700 Geipe Road, Suite 230, Suite 230, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Abernathy is a Gastroenterologist in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Abernathy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Lactose Intolerance, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Biju K. Alex
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastro Health

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite 110, Suite 110, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Biju Alex is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Alex is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Portal Hypertension, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - Catonsville, MD

    516 N Rolling Rd Ste 204, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Douglas Pinto is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Pinto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Cluster Headache, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Pinto is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Marcelino D. Albuerne M.D. P.A.

    516 N Rolling Rd Ste 106, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marcelino Albuerne is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Albuerne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Glycine Encephalopathy, Anemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    Elkridge, MD 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mahmood Solaiman is a Gastroenterologist in Elkridge, Maryland. Dr. Solaiman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Menetrier Disease, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Raymond Cross
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    685 W Baltimore St Ste 8-00, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Raymond Cross is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Cross is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Rudrajit M. Rai
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastro Center Of Maryland

    Columbia, MD 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rai was awarded the “TOP DOC” in Gastroenterology award by Baltimore Magazine for 2016. Dr. Rai is a Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist, with over 22 years of experience in this field. He is the Medical Director of Gastro Center of Maryland & Cascades Endoscopy Center and has served on the Medical Faculty at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine for many years, starting in 1997. He has been in many leadership positions in the Johns Hopkins Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, including as the Medical Director, Adult Liver Transplantation and Director, Clinical Effectiveness. He completed his Gastroenterology & Hepatology Fellowship at Johns Hopkins University in 1996 and completed an additional year of Advanced Fellowship at Johns Hopkins University in Transplant Hepatology and Biliary Disorders. Dr. Rai is considered a national thought leader and expert in the field of Gastroenterology and Liver disease and presents regularly at national and regional meetings. He has received many awards including Excellence in Clinical Research Award from the American College of Gastroenterology, Passano Clinician Scientist Award from Johns Hopkins University, Industry Research Scholar Award & Astra-Merck Award from the American Digestive Health Foundation, among others. He has published dozens of scholarly articles in peer-reviewed journals and authored many chapters for medical textbooks. He has performed over 50,000 procedures in this field and pioneered new and innovative medical techniques. Dr. Rai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Gastric Dysmotility, Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Marvin E. Lawrence
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care LLC

    5500 Knoll North Drive, Suite 460, Suite 460, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marvin Lawrence is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Lawrence is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Berdon Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, and Endoscopy.

    Florin Selaru
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Johns Hopkins Endoscopy & Surgery Center - Columbia

    Columbia, MD 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian
    Offers Telehealth

    Gastroenterologist Florin Selaru has faculty appointments to the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology; the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center; and the Department of Biomedical Engineering and the Institute of NanoBioTechnology at The Johns Hopkins University. He is a clinical expert in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and serves as the director of the Harvey M. and Lyn P. Meyerhoff Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Selaru earned his medical degree at Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest, Romania. He completed his internal medicine residency at University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore and completed his fellowship training in gastroenterology and hepatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Selaru’s research focuses on the intersection of clinical medicine, engineering and biology. His research expertise is in the utilization of bioengineering tools to answer clinically relevant questions and to translate findings for use in the clinical setting. He established and leads the Selaru lab, a National Institutes of Health-funded laboratory at Johns Hopkins that focuses on inflammation, fibrosis and cancer. The Selaru lab specializes in drug and device development for inflammatory and malignant conditions, as well as tissue regeneration solutions. Some specific projects include drug development for fibrosis in the gastrointestinal tract, microrobot development for oral drug delivery, tissue engineering for fistulas and other tissue defects in IBD, and novel drug targeting approaches for inflammation and cancer. Dr. Selaru’s overarching goal is to deliver medical products and technologies to patients with IBD and cancer. Dr. Selaru is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Crohn's Disease, Gastrointestinal Fistula, and Endoscopy.

    Eric B. Blum
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Woodholme Gastroenterology Assoc PA

    1838 Greene Tree Road, Suite 400, Suite 400, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Blum is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Blum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Kenolisa C. Onwueme
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Hospital Medicine

    Woodholme Gastroenterology Assoc PA

    1838 Greene Tree Road, Suite 400, Suite 400, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Igbo, Spanish

    Dr. Onwueme graduated with Distinction from Yale University with dual BSc/MSc degrees in chemistry and received MD and PhD degrees from Weill Cornell Medical College. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (Clinical Fellow Harvard Medical School) and his Gastroenterology fellowship at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is currently the Director of clinical trials at Woodholme Gastroenterology and has an ardent interest in the role of microbial metabolites in gut diseases. Dr. Onwueme prizes commitment to quality and compassionate patient care to which he devotes his practice. He has expert knowledge in gut microbiology and a special interest in diarrheal diseases, disordered gut motility, autoimmune and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Onwueme is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Diverticular Disease, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Maria Oliva
    Advanced in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Maria Oliva is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Oliva is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Grishma J. Joy
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastro Health

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite 110, Suite 110, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    The goal of Grishma Joy, M.D. is having clear communication with each patient. She makes sure her patients know what she is thinking and where she would like to go with their care. She makes a point to actively speak with primary care doctors and exchange emails regularly, so everyone is on the same page. Open and honest communication helps in providing quality care and satisfied patients. Learn more at www.ddamd.com. Dr. Joy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Kester I. Crosse
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastro Health

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite 110, Suite 110, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kester Crosse is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Crosse is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Richard I. Andorsky
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastro Health

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite 110, Suite 110, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Andorsky is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Andorsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn's Disease, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Mark Lazarev
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    2360 West Joppa Road, Joppa Concourse STE 205, Joppa Concourse STE 205, 
    Lutherville, MD 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lazarev joined Johns Hopkins from the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York, where he completed the Present-Levison advanced inflammatory bowel disease fellowship. A specialist in the diagnosis and management of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, Dr. Lazarev has published numerous peer-reviewed articles, abstracts and chapters. Dr. Lazarev is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    6333 Baltimore National Pike, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Winko Zan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Zan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Flu, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

    Eduardo C. Del Castillo
    Experienced in Colitis
    Experienced in Colitis

    Gastro Center Of Maryland

    7120 Minstrel Way, Suite 100, Suite 100, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Eduardo Del Castillo is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Del Castillo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Gastric Dysmotility, 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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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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