The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in Kirkland, WA

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The 20 Best Colitis Doctors near Kirkland, WA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 201 doctor with experience in Colitis near Kirkland, WA. Of these, 142 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Sam M. Salama
    General Surgery
    General Surgery
    12911 120th Avenue Northeast, Suite F260, 
    Kirkland, WA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    He is a diplomate of the American Board of Surgeons. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. This means his education and training, professional qualifications, surgical competence, and ethical conduct have passed a rigorous evaluation and have been found to be consistent with the high standards established and demanded by the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Salama attended the University of Washington where he earned a degree in Biology in 1986, his Medical Degree in 1990 and completed two years of General Surgery Residency in 1992. He completed another three years of General Surgery Residency at the Mary Imogene Basset Hospital, New York, an affiliate of Columbia University. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Surgeons. American College of Surgeons Dr. Salama is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. This means his education and training, professional qualifications, surgical competence, and ethical conduct have passed a rigorous evaluation and have been found to be consistent with the high standards established and demanded by the American College of Surgeons. Practice History After private practice in Yakima, Dr. Salama opened his practice in Bellevue in 1997. He is on staff at Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland and Swedish Hospital in Seattle. Dr. Salama is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery.

    Matthew A. Johnston
    General Surgery
    General Surgery
    18100 Northeast Union Hill Road, 
    Redmond, WA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in providing a patient centered, cooperative approach to the surgical treatment of disease. I strive to provide the most advanced surgical options to patients and their families in the safest manner possible with honest communication in every phase of treatment as the core of my philosophy of care. Dr. Johnston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery.

    Raman S. Menon
    Colorectal Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    18100 Northeast Union Hill Road, Floor 2, 
    Redmond, WA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My approach is to put myself in my patients shoes and treat them how I would want to be treated. My goal is to make sure that no one feels like they have to deal with their problem alone. We are here to help at every step. Dr. Menon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

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    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northwest Gastroenterology Associates Inc. P.S .

    1135 116th Ave NE Ste 560, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kalle Kang is a Gastroenterologist in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Kang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Ulcerative Colitis, and Gastrectomy.

    Mitra Ehsan
    Experienced in Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Office

    1231 116th Ave NE Ste 555, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mitra Ehsan is a Colorectal Surgeon in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Ehsan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Bowel Incontinence, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Proctitis, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1135 116th Ave NE Ste 140, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Winters is a Gastroenterologist in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Winters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northwest Gastroenterology Associates Inc. P.S .

    1135 116th Ave NE Ste 560, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Georgia Rees is a Gastroenterologist in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Rees is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northwest Gastroenterology Associates Inc. P.S .

    1135 116th Ave NE Ste 560, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Raj Butani is a Gastroenterologist in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Butani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Indigestion, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Scott Lee
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Health Center At UW Medical Center - Montlake

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Lee is a Gastroenterologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Peggy D. Headstrom
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    1145 Broadway, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Headstrom focuses on evaluation and management of gastrointestinal and liver diseases. She performs endoscopic procedures including upper endoscopy and colonoscopy. She has a special interest in inflammatory bowel disease including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Headstrom is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Lulu Iles
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1220, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. lIes-Shih has particular interests in inflammatory bowel diseases including Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative colitis, and colorectal screening. She believes that the best patient outcomes are achieved through careful listening, honest communication, and tailoring the best available evidence-based treatments to each patient’s unique circumstances and individual needs. Dr. Iles-Shih values her patient’s time and priorities and is grateful for the privilege of helping them attain optimal health through medical care that is prevention-focused, personalized, thorough, and efficient. Dr. Iles is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    James Lord
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Lord, MD, PhD, specializes in immunological disorders of the bowel, teaching and research.Dr. Lord enjoys hiking, fishing and playing musical instruments. Dr. Lord's wife is also a physician of internal medicine, and trained at Virginia Mason in the 1990s. They have two sons. Dr. Lord is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Qing Zhang
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Qing Zhang, MD, PhD, specializes in general gastroenterology, gastroesophageal reflux disease, dysphagia and GI motility disorders. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Nanda Venu
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nanda Venu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, esophageal diseases, colon cancer, endoscopy and food allergies. He strives to offer his patients good treatment options and helps them to make informed choices.Dr. Venu enjoys building long-lasting relationships with patients and helping them to stay well and maintain a high quality of life over a lifetime. He feels he learns a lot from his patients, as he listens to their stories and witnesses their health journeys. Dr. Venu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Darik K. Taniguchi
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    11027 Meridian Avenue North, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Darik Taniguchi is a provider with privileges at a Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Taniguchi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Indigestion, Diarrhea, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Evergreen Endoscopy Center

    11800 NE 128th St Ste 100, 
    Kirkland, WA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Mason is a Gastroenterologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Mason is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Evergreen Endoscopy Center

    11800 NE 128th St Ste 100, 
    Kirkland, WA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Lee is a Gastroenterologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Evergreen Endoscopy Center

    11800 NE 128th St Ste 100, 
    Kirkland, WA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Sloane is a Gastroenterologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Sloane is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Evergreen Endoscopy Center

    11800 NE 128th St Ste 100, 
    Kirkland, WA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alina Gavrila is a Gastroenterologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Gavrila is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Colonic Malakoplakia, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Evergreen Endoscopy Center

    11800 NE 128th St Ste 100, 
    Kirkland, WA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sue Eng is a Gastroenterologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Eng is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Polyps, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis, and Colonoscopy.

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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 Kirkland, WA?

    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 Kirkland, WA?

    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 Kirkland, WA?

    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 Kirkland, WA?

    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 Kirkland, WA?

    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 Kirkland, WA?

    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 Kirkland, WA?

    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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