The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in O Fallon, MO

Louay Omran, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist, and a formally trained advanced endoscopist. He has the ability to perform endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), ERCP, and luminal stenting to relieve obstruction. Dr. Omran is available for the evaluation and management of patients with both common and challenging gastrointestinal disorders. Dr. Omran attended medical school in Syria, and completed internal medicine residencies and two fellowships (geriatric medicine and gastroenterology & hepatology) at Saint Louis University. He also completed a fellowship in advanced endoscopy and pancreatic diseases at the Medical University of South Carolina. He is a board certified physician nutritionist. Before joining SSM Health Medical Group, Dr. Omran practiced gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital as a member of SLUCare. For over 15 years, he was a key faculty member participating in the education and training of students, residents and fellows. He won numerous teaching awards in the process. Dr. Omran was elected to become a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He is also a member of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the American Gastrointestinal Association, and the American College of Gastroenterology. Dr. Omran is married to Pascale Salam, MD, and has two sons. His hobbies include reading modern history and biographies, trivia, soccer and tennis. Dr. Omran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

"Dr. Tariq is board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. His fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at Saint Louis University was completed in 2011. Prior to that he had earned board certification in geriatrics and spent over 10 years in the practice of geriatrics and internal medicine, which included patient care, research and teaching, and several directorships of geriatric programs in the St. Louis area. Dr. Tariq's fellowship in geriatrics was served at Saint Louis University, as was his internal medicine residency. ""My years in geriatric medicine were very rewarding. Now with this additional subspecialty, I look forward to helping adult patients of all ages with their gastrointestinal issues. I am excited to have partnered with Dr. Rodemann and SSM Health in this next chapter of my career.""- Syed Tariq, MD". Dr. Tariq is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Hemmersmeier is board certified in family medicine. He completed his residency at Deaconess Hospital - St. Louis after earning his medical degree at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Hemmersmeier has been in practice in O'Fallon, MO since 1998. He has a special interest in sports medicine and has volunteered as a coach in the community and at his church in conjunction with his children's athletic interests. Dr. Hemmersmeier has been awarded recognition from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Diabetes and Stroke Physician Recognition Programs for meeting national standards for diabetes and stroke care. Dr. Hemmersmeier is part of a Patient-Centered Medical Home. Dr. Hemmersmeier uses telehealth services to conduct video office visits with current, established patients for: upper respiratory infection, sore throat, cough, seasonal allergies, skin rashes or lesions, mouth and cold sores, flu symptoms, conjunctivitis, UTI, gout, yeast infection and travel medication. A forward-facing camera and internet access are required, and a tablet or computer/laptop may be used. Telehealth appointments can be scheduled online through MyChart. Dr. Hemmersmeier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Coronary Heart Disease, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, and Hypothyroidism.

Paul Hinton, MD, is an internist and pediatrician who provides comprehensive primary care services on an outpatient basis for patients of all ages, from newborns to adults. He specializes in preventive care; diagnosing, treating, and managing common conditions; and identifying and addressing mental health issues. Dr. Hinton provides quality medical care for his patients, while empowering them to take better care of themselves. Utilizing current medical therapies and positive behavior, he encourages his patients to have the best mind, body, and spirit possible. His patients appreciate how compassionate, thorough, reliable, and friendly he is during their office visits, taking the time to listen to their concerns and answer questions accordingly. Dr. Hinton is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Board of Internal Medicine. Fun fact: Dr. Hinton never considered a career in medicine until he took his first biology class in college. Dr. Hinton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. VanGundy is board certified in family medicine. He completed his internship at Genesis Education Foundation-University of Iowa and then completed his residency at the Quad Cities Practice Program. Dr. VanGundy earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in Iowa City. He has been practicing in St. Charles County since 2001 and has been with SSM since 2003. Dr. VanGundy has a special medical interest in sports medicine and pediatrics. Dr. VanGundy uses telehealth services to conduct video office visits with current, established patients for: upper respiratory infection, sore throat, cough, seasonal allergies, skin rashes or lesions, mouth and cold sores, flu symptoms, conjunctivitis, UTI, gout, yeast infection and travel medication. A forward-facing camera and internet access are required, and a tablet or computer/laptop may be used. Telehealth appointments can be scheduled online through MyChart. Dr. Vangundy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

"Dr. Rodemann is board certified in gastroenterology and board certified in internal medicine. He completed a fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh's Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, where he was named chief fellow. Prior to that, Dr. Rodemann was a clinical instructor of medicine at Washington University in St. Louis, where he had completed his internal medicine residency. Dr. Rodemann earned his medical degree at Loyola University in Chicago. In addition to inflammatory bowel disease and screening colonoscopy, Dr. Rodemann's areas of interest include irritable bowel syndrome and biliary disease. His particular skills include esophagogastroduodenoscopy, with treatment of variceal and non-variceal bleeding; colonoscopy, with polypectomy and treatment of bleeding; video pill endoscopy; ERCP; PEG placement; and nasal endoscopy with placement of post-pyloric feeding tubes. He is on staff at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis. ""I am drawn to gastroenterology because of the opportunity to treat a variety of diseases involving the GI tract, liver and pancreas. I am particularly interested in inflammatory bowel disease and the impact that screening colonoscopy has on preventing colon cancer. I am excited to bring my special training home to the St. Louis area and feel privileged to take care of patients in St. Charles County.""-Joseph Rodemann, MD". Dr. Rodemann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Esophagitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Dr. Elizabeth Marsicano is a gastroenterologist who treats patients ages 18 and older. She specializes in treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD); esophageal motility/swallowing issues; chronic constipation; chronic diarrhea; celiac disease; Barrett's esophagus; pelvic floor disorders; inflammatory bowel disease (IBD); metabolic liver disease; hepatitis B/C; hemochromatosis; autoimmune liver disease cirrhosis; and gastrointestinal diseases in pregnancy. She also performs colonoscopies and upper endoscopies. Dr. Marsicano aims to create a collaborative relationship with her patients to ensure optimal management of their gastrointestinal concerns through evidence-based practice, education, and mutual understanding. She works closely with her patients and their families to tailor a treatment plan that meets their specific needs and goals. Dr. Marsicano is a founding member of the Missouri Gastroenterology Society; a member of the American College of Gastroenterology; and a member of the American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society. Fun fact: Dr. Marsicano enjoys traveling, yoga, and reading in her spare time. Dr. Marsicano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Diverticular Disease, Hemorrhoids, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Andrew Hellenga is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Family Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hellenga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Sepsis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Helen Pappa treats conditions of the digestive tract, liver and pancreas, including: abdominal pain; Barrett's esophagus; colitis; Crohn's disease; cirrhosis; colorectal cancer and disorders; diabetes; diverticulitis and diverticulosis; gallbladder diseases; hernias; and gastrointestinal disease. Dr. Pappa uses evidence-based medicine in her treatment of patients. Her research interests include improving care for patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and growth and bone health in patients with IBD. Dr. Pappa is an associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Gastroenterology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She also holds a master's degree in public health from Harvard. She is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association, the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation (CCF), and the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. She is on the pediatric advisory committee of the CCF. Dr. Pappa is the parent of a disabled child and is an advocate for children with disabilities. Dr. Pappa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Malnutrition, and Ulcerative Colitis.

Matthew Beckerdite is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Beckerdite is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

Jyoti Kulkarni is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Kulkarni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Hypercalcemia, and Milk-Alkali Syndrome.

Sandhya Grandhi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Grandhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Radiation Enteritis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

Krishna Syamala is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Syamala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, Sepsis, Apoplexy, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

David Lotsoff is a Gastroenterologist in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Lotsoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Milton Ochieng is an Internal Medicine provider in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Ochieng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

Qaiser Jawaid is a Gastroenterologist in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Jawaid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Diverticular Disease, Menetrier Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Geraldine Ryan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Sitosterolemia.

Rex Hudson is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Saint Peters, Missouri. Dr. Hudson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Pneumonia.

"Delores Dotson, MD, MPH, is a board-certified family medicine physician. She received her medical degree and completed her residency from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She also received a Masters of Public Health in eliminating health disparity from Saint Louis University School of Public Health. Since 2009, Dr. Dotson has practiced as a family medicine physician. Her special medical interests include chronic disease management, preventative and wellness education and screening, and minor procedures, including incision and drainage, skin lesion removal, suturing, and large joint injections. She cares for patients ages 13 and older. Dr. Dotson is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Missouri Academy of Family Physicians. Since 2015, she has received the National Committee for Quality Assurance for Diabetes Care (NCQA) award. When she is not working, Dr. Dotson enjoys time with her family, traveling, and watching thriller movies. ""I'm committed to provide a caring environment, using my expertise to improve the health and wellness of every patient I meet, as well as the health of our community.""". Dr. Dotson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Tenosynovitis, and Hypertension.

Michael Zerega is an Internal Medicine provider in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Zerega is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Collagenous Colitis, Colitis, Hemorrhoids, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.