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    MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in Collagenous Colitis near Chattanooga, TN. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 11 are Advanced.

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      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Michael W Goodman MD PC

      979 E 3rd St, Suite C 0630, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Goodman is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Goodman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Bile Acid Malabsorption, and Endoscopy. Dr. Goodman is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Galen Medical Group, PC

      2200 E 3rd St, S 200, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Munford Yates is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Yates is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Galen Medical Group, PC

      2200 E 3rd St, S 200, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Chad Charapata is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Charapata is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Banti's Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Galen Medical Group, PC

      2200 E 3rd St, S 200, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gregory Olds is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Olds is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Cholestasis, Gastrectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      2515 Desales Ave, Suite 206, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Donald Hetzel is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Hetzel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Chattanooga Hamilton County Hospital Authority

      975 E 3rd St, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Steven Kessler is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Kessler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Chattanooga Hamilton County Hospital Authority

      975 E 3rd St, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Arslan Kahloon is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Kahloon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Chattanooga Hamilton County Hospital Authority

      975 E 3rd St, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Laurie-anne Swaby is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Swaby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Chattanooga Hamilton County Hospital Authority

      979 E 3rd St, C825, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sean Rice is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Galen Medical Group, PC

      2200 E 3rd St, S 200, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Camille Sommer is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Sommer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Galen Medical Group, PC

      2200 E 3rd St, S 200, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephen Soufleris is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Soufleris has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Menetrier Disease, Turcot Syndrome, and Gardner Syndrome.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Memorial Health Partners Foundation, Inc

      605 Glenwood Dr, Suite 404, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Arlene Donowitz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Donowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Donowitz is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Memorial Health Partners Foundation, Inc

      605 Glenwood Dr, Suite 404, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Heinsohn is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Heinsohn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Atherosclerosis. Dr. Heinsohn is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      725 Glenwood Dr, Ste 690 E, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Collins is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Collins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Galen Medical Group, PC

      4980 Alpha Ln, 
      Hixson, TN 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      James Manton is a Gastroenterologist in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Manton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Galen Medical Group, PC

      1651 Gunbarrel Rd, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (8.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sumeet Bhushan is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Bhushan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Galen Medical Group, PC

      1651 Gunbarrel Rd, Suite 102, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (8.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Alan Shikoh is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Shikoh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Ulcerative Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Collagenous Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Galen Medical Group, PC

      101 Crye Leike Dr, 
      Fort Oglethorpe, GA 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Charles Bosshardt is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. Dr. Bosshardt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Memorial Health Partners Foundation, Inc

      5600 Brainerd Rd, Suite 500, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (5.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Richard Sowell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Sowell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Sowell is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Collagenous Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Memorial Health Partners Foundation, Inc

      5600 Brainerd Rd, Suite 500, 
      Chattanooga, TN 
       (5.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kent Grotefendt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Grotefendt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collagenous Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Male Pseudohermaphroditism with Gynecomastia, Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic, Testicular Failure, and Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia. Dr. Grotefendt is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Collagenous Colitis?

      Collagenous colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that affects the colon. It is a form of microscopic colitis, which causes chronic diarrhea. In all forms of microscopic colitis, the colon appears normal or almost normal on colonoscopy, but the inflammation is visible when a biopsy of the colon is examined under a microscope (hence its name). People with this disease usually have between four and nine watery bowel movements per day, but in rare cases may have more than fifteen. Various other symptoms relating to the gastrointestinal system or other body symptoms may also be present. The cause of Collagenous colitis is not known but it is thought to be multifactorial. This means that both genetic and environmental factors may interact to cause a person to develop the disease. The extent to which genes play a role is unclear, but familial cases have been described. Certain medications, such as NSAIDS and proton pump inhibitors, have been reported to cause or trigger the disease in some people. However, strong evidence directly linking these medications to the disease is still lacking.

      When should I see a Collagenous Colitis doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

      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 Collagenous Colitis doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

      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 Collagenous Colitis doctors near Chattanooga, TN?

      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 Collagenous Colitis doctors near Chattanooga, TN?

      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 Collagenous Colitis doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

      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 Collagenous Colitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Collagenous 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 Collagenous Colitis doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

      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 Collagenous 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 Collagenous 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 Collagenous Colitis doctors near Chattanooga, TN?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Collagenous 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 Collagenous Colitis doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Collagenous 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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