The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in Yonkers, NY

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The 20 Best Colitis Doctors near Yonkers, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 866 doctor with experience in Colitis near Yonkers, NY. Of these, 726 are Experienced, 92 are Advanced, 28 are Distinguished and 9 are Elite.

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    Bo Shen
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.7 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. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Bruce Sands
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    MSSM-Optical Shop

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

    Bruce Sands is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Sands is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Ellen Scherl
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Jill Roberts Center For Inflammatory Bowel Disease

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

    Ellen Scherl is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Scherl is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Scherl is currently accepting new patients.

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    Jordan Axelrad
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

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

    Jordan Axelrad is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Axelrad is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    David Hudesman
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    NYU Langone Medical Center

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

    David Hudesman is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Hudesman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Ileostomy.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Jose L. Lantin MD PC

    1086 N Broadway Ste 50, 
    Yonkers, NY 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Lantin is a Gastroenterologist in Yonkers, New York. Dr. Lantin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Hilary I. Hertan
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Wakefield Ambulatory Care Center

    4234 Bronx Boulevard, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hebrew, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Hilary Hertan is a Gastroenterologist in Bronx, New York. Dr. Hertan has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Gastritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Lawrence J. Brandt
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Advanced Endoscopy Center

    5500 Broadway, Suite A, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Brandt is a Gastroenterologist in Bronx, New York. Dr. Brandt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomembranous Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Ian G. Harnik
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology & Liver Associates Of Riverdale, PC

    3333 Henry Hudson Parkway, Suite 1, 
    Riverdale, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ian Harnik is a Gastroenterologist in Riverdale, New York. Dr. Harnik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Thrombectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Harish Guddati
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    NY Associates In Gastroenterology

    1250 Waters Place, Tower One 1201, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu
    Offers Telehealth

    Harish Guddati is a Gastroenterologist in Bronx, New York. Dr. Guddati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    HMH Center For Advanced Gastroenterology

    360 Essex Street, Suite 303, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alyssa Parian is a Gastroenterologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Parian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Ileostomy.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Shukla Medical Group

    1 West Ridgewood Avenue, Suite 203, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nilesh Shukla is a Gastroenterologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Shukla is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Esophagitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    MSSM-Optical Shop

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

    Ryan Ungaro is an Internal Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Ungaro has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Mount Sinai

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

    Maia Kayal is an Internal Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Kayal is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colitis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Laura Targownik practices in Canada. Ms. Targownik is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    5 E 98th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manasi Agrawal is an Internal Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Agrawal has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Montefiore Medical Group-Cross County

    1010 Central Park Avenue, 
    Yonkers, NY 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Katz is a Gastroenterologist in Yonkers, New York. Dr. Katz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Westchester - Multispecialty

    540 Gramatan Ave, 
    Mount Vernon, NY 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Hartman is an Internal Medicine provider in Mount Vernon, New York. Dr. Hartman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gardner Syndrome, and Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome. Dr. Hartman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology & Liver Associates Of Riverdale, PC

    3333 Henry Hudson Parkway West, 
    Riverdale, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish

    Amnon Gotian is a Gastroenterologist in Riverdale, New York. Dr. Gotian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Childhood Volvulus, Colonic Malakoplakia, and Portal Hypertension.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology & Liver Associates Of Riverdale, PC

    3333 Henry Hudson Parkway West, 
    Riverdale, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ira Tepler is a Gastroenterologist in Riverdale, New York. Dr. Tepler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Indigestion, Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, and Gastrostomy.

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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 Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, 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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