The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in Fresh Meadows, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 1102 doctor with experience in Colitis near Fresh Meadows, NY. Of these, 924 are Experienced, 124 are Advanced, 34 are Distinguished and 9 are Elite.

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    Elite in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Rosh is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Rosh is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Rosh is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics/Gastroenterology.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Markowitz is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Markowitz is rated as a Distinguished 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 Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Markowitz is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics/Gastroenterology.

    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Jill Roberts Center For Inflammatory Bowel Disease

    1283 York Ave # 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ellen Scherl is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Scherl is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Scherl is currently accepting new patients.

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    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    MSSM-Optical Shop

    17 E 102nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce Sands is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Sands is rated as an Elite 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 Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite E130, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajiv Bansal is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Bansal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bansal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Mount Sinai

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maia Kayal is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kayal is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colitis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Colitis
    Elite in Colitis
    Mount Sinai Hospital, 
    CA 
     (9.8 miles away)

    Laura Targownik practices practicing medicine in Canada. Ms. Targownik is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    MSSM-Optical Shop

    17 E 102nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Ungaro is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Ungaro is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Douglaston

    241-02 Northern Boulevard, First Floor, 
    Douglaston, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Neil Brodsky is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Douglaston, New York. Dr. Brodsky is rated as an Advanced 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 Tenesmus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Bacterial Gastroenteritis. Dr. Brodsky is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Great Neck

    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bethany S. DeVito, MD, is a dedicated physician specializing in Gastroenterology at Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology in Great Neck. With a focus on providing exceptional care to her patients, Dr. DeVito is board certified in Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. DeVito completed her medical degree at SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine. She went on to complete her residency in Internal Medicine at St. Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center in New York. Dr. DeVito also completed advanced fellowship at St. Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center, as well as Gastroenterology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens.In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. DeVito holds several academic and administrative titles at Northwell Health. She is an Assistant Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and serves as the Medical Director of the Northwell Health Endoscopy Center of Long Island. Dr. DeVito is also an Associate Chief of Clinical Ambulatory Gastroenterology.Dr. DeVito has a strong passion for her field and has special interests in Women's GI Health, colon cancer screening and prevention, Irritable bowel syndrome, chronic constipation, and GERD. She is committed to providing personalized, evidence-based care to her patients, ensuring their well-being and overall digestive health.With her extensive training and expertise, along with her dedication to ongoing research and education, Dr. Bethany S. DeVito is a trusted and respected physician in the field of Gastroenterology. Dr. Devito is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Devito is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    1999 Marcus Avenue, Suite 300, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Seymour Katz is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Katz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colitis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Katz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Center For Advanced IBD Care

    125 Community Drive, Suite 100, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    An internationally recognized colorectal surgeon, Feza Remzi, MD is a leader in the surgical management of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other colorectal diseases. He specializes in the treatment of patients with complex colorectal conditions including ulcerative colitis, Crohn s Disease, diverticulitis, pelvic pouch procedures, sphincter-saving operations of the rectum, and re-operative abdominopelvic surgeries. Dr. Remzi has published over 300 peer- reviewed articles and book chapters on the surgical management of IBD, and ileal J-pouch. He has been recognized with several awards and honors, including being voted as one of the Castle Connolly and New York Magazine Top Doctors in New York. In 2010, he was honored with honorary fellowship/membership at the Annual National Surgical Congress in Turkey as the first recipient of this award from this society. A native of Turkey, Dr. Remzi earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University School of Medicine in Ankara, Turkey. He completed his general surgery residency and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Remzi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Remzi is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Center For Advanced IBD Care

    125 Community Drive, Suite 100, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Sultan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Sultan is rated as a Distinguished 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 Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sultan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At East 85th Street

    178 East 85th Street, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arun Swaminath, MD, is an accomplished gastroenterologist and the director of the Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Program at Lenox Hill Hospital within Northwell Health. With a primary focus on treating patients with Crohn's disease and colitis, He holds a Professor of Medicine appointment in the School of Medicine at Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine.He oversees a multi-disciplinary IBD Center that provides patients with access to world-class surgeons, dieticians, and IBD pharmacists. This center attracts trainees from across the tristate area who come to learn from the exceptional team. His dedication to advancing the field of gastroenterology is evident in his numerous original clinical, translational, and review articles that he has authored.In recognition of his expertise, Dr. Swaminath is frequently sought after as a speaker in the area of inflammatory bowel diseases and has made appearances on television news and has been featured in numerous print and online media outlets. He has also made significant contributions at a national level, served as a chair of the NYC Crohn's and Colitis Foundation Chapter Medical Advisory Committee and as the co-director of the American College of Gastroenterology's IBD School. Dr. Swaminath's passion for IBD education is further exemplified by his creation of the Burton I Korelitz Advanced IBD Fellowship at Northwell Health, a pathway for expert IBD training for gastroenterologists,With his expertise, leadership, and commitment to improving patient care and education, Dr. Arun Swaminath continues to make significant contributions to the field of gastroenterology within Northwell Health. Dr. Swaminath is rated as a Distinguished 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 Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Swaminath is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    305 E 33rd St # 307, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jordan Axelrad is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Axelrad is rated as an Elite 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 Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    NYU Langone Medical Center

    240 E 38th St Fl 23, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Hudesman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Hudesman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Ileostomy.

    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bo Shen, MD, is one of the world’s pre-eminent leaders in interventional inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and pouch-related disorders due to his specialized expertise and experience treating a wide range of these conditions. Dr. Shen is the director of the IBD Center at Columbia and co-director of Columbia’s Global Center for Integrated Colorectal Surgery and IBD Interventional Endoscopy. He is also the Vice Chair for Innovation in Medicine and Surgery and a Professor of Medicine (in Surgery) and Edelman-Jarislowsky Professor in Surgical Sciences.In addition to pouchitis and pouch diseases, Dr. Shen specializes in critical diagnostic evaluation, and medical and endoscopic management of IBD, GI endoscopy and imaging technology. Dr. Shen is known as a pioneer in interventional endoscopic therapy for IBD and ileal pouch disorders - this includes postponing or eliminating the need for surgery in some cases.Dr. Shen comes to Columbia/NewYork-Presbyterian from the Cleveland Clinic, where he served as medical director for the Center of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases and the Ed and Joey Story Endowed Chair, Digestive Disease and Surgery Institute. While there, Dr. Shen established a subspecialty Pouchitis Clinic and Interventional IBD Unite - the first and largest of its kind in the United States. He also created an IBD Board, modeled after oncology tumor boards, to help manage the most challenging cases with multiple specialists.A prolific researcher in the field with more than 600 peer-reviewed articles, Dr. Shen is funded by a number of government and philanthropic organizations, including the NIH, the American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology, the Broad Foundation, and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America. Dr. Shen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Shen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    17561 Hillside Avenue, Suite 402, 
    Jamaica, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rom Gupta is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jamaica, New York. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Indigestion.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Douglaston

    241-02 Northern Boulevard, First Floor, 
    Douglaston, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Palmadessa is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Douglaston, New York. Dr. Palmadessa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hemorrhoids, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Dr. Palmadessa is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Doctor Yio Medical Service PC

    13619 41st Ave, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Xianyang Yio is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Yio is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastric Dysmotility, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Colitis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Colitis?

    Colitis is swelling (inflammation) of the large intestine (colon).

    When should I see a Colitis doctor near Fresh Meadows, NY?

    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 Fresh Meadows, NY?

    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 Fresh Meadows, NY?

    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 Fresh Meadows, NY?

    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 Fresh Meadows, NY?

    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 Fresh Meadows, NY?

    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 Fresh Meadows, NY?

    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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