The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in providence, RI

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 158 doctor with experience in Colitis near providence, RI. Of these, 132 are Experienced, 24 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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158 providers found
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    Providence, RI 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Athos Bousvaros is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Bousvaros is rated as a Distinguished 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, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bousvaros is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave, 
    Providence, RI 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kwame Dapaah-Afriyie is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Dapaah-Afriyie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Cardiac Tamponade, Sepsis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Anesthesia Partners Of New England LLC

    62 Amaral St, 
    Riverside, RI 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fadlallah Habr is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Riverside, Rhode Island. Dr. Habr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    375 Wampanoag Trl Ste 202A, 
    Riverside, RI 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harlan Rich is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Riverside, Rhode Island. Dr. Rich is rated as an Experienced 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 Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Gastroenterology Associates

    44 W River St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samir Shah is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Liver Failure, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    100 Dudley St Fl 2, 
    Providence, RI 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Ofstead is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Ofstead is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hyperglycemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Ofstead is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Primary Medical Center And Walk-In LLC

    684 Warren Ave, 
    East Providence, RI 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Constantine Vafidis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in East Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Vafidis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), and Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Dr. Vafidis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Shapiro is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Shapiro is rated as an Advanced 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, Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Margolis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Margolis is rated as an Advanced 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 Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hemorrhoids, and Colitis.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Newton is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Newton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Angela Fishman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Fishman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sheldon Lidofsky is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Lidofsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Akerman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Akerman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Diverticular Disease, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Mueller is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Mueller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Bowel Incontinence, Heartburn, and Barrett Esophagus.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Nadelson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Nadelson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Theodore Palumbo is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Palumbo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Palumbo is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Palumbo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Diverticular Disease, and Portal Hypertension.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Sepe is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Sepe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Endoscopy Associates LLC

    44 W River St, 
    Providence, RI 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alyn Adrain is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Adrain is rated as an Advanced 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 Viral Gastroenteritis, Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Advanced in Colitis
    Referral may be required

    Women & Infants Hospital-Obstetrics And Consultative Medicine

    100 Dudley St Fl 3, 
    Providence, RI 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Florence Hosseini-Aslinia is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Hosseini-Aslinia is rated as an Advanced 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, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Hosseini-Aslinia is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Colitis?

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

    When should I see a Colitis doctor near providence, RI?

    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 providence, RI?

    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 providence, RI?

    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 providence, RI?

    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 providence, RI?

    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 providence, RI?

    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 providence, RI?

    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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