The 20 Best Colostomy Doctors in California, US

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The 20 Best Colostomy Doctors in California, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 388 doctor with experience in Colostomy near California, US. Of these, 354 are Experienced, 31 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Kyle Cologne
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Los Angeles-Plastic Surgery

    1450 San Pablo St Ste 6200, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kyle Cologne is a Colorectal Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Cologne is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Colostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Distinguished in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    University Cardiovascular Medical Group

    1304 15th St Ste 102, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Kwaan is a General Surgeon in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Kwaan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Laleh G. Melstrom
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    City Of Hope Medical Foundation

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laleh Melstrom is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Duarte, California. Dr. Melstrom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.

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    Gregory M. Graves
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    3000 L St., Suite 100, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Graves is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Graves is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Graves is currently accepting new patients.

    Thomas M. Boyle
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Thomas M Boyle MD

    123 Margaret Ln Ste B2, 
    Grass Valley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Boyle is a General Surgeon in Grass Valley, California. Dr. Boyle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Femoral Hernia, Hernia, Venous Insufficiency, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Boyle is currently accepting new patients.

    Simon M. Keushkerian
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Simon M. Keushkerian, MD Private Practice

    1505 Wilson Terr, Ste 330, 
    Glendale, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Armenian, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients

    Treat patients with respect and compassion in a professional environment. Dr. Keushkerian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    County Of Los Angeles Auditor Controller

    2051 Marengo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Demetrios Demetriades is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Demetriades is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Cholecystitis, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Splenectomy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

    General Surgery - Dignity Health Medical Group - Red Bluff, CA

    2580 Sister Mary Columba Dr, Ste 200, 
    Red Bluff, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Providing excellent care and service to our patients. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Carotid Artery Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr Ste H3680, 
    Stanford, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Shelton is a General Surgeon in Stanford, California. Dr. Shelton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Central Valley Colon & Rectal Surgical Associates Inc.

    6121 N Thesta St Ste 202, 
    Fresno, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Garry is a Colorectal Surgeon in Fresno, California. Dr. Garry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    County Of Los Angeles Auditor Controller

    2051 Marengo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Morgan Schellenberg is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Schellenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Cholecystitis, Colostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    General Surgery Wells Medical Office Building

    12462 Putnam St Ste 500, 
    Whittier, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nishit Shah is a General Surgeon in Whittier, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Kent Brusett, MD

    1555 East St., Ste 220, 
    Redding, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kent Brusett is a General Surgeon in Redding, California. Dr. Brusett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Brusett is currently accepting new patients.

    Andrew R. Demar
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    2 Medical Plaza Care Center

    2 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 275, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Demar is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Demar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Appendicitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Demar is currently accepting new patients.

    Zia A. Dehqanzada
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    2 Medical Plaza Care Center

    2 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 275, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Zia Dehqanzada is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Dehqanzada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Dehqanzada is currently accepting new patients.

    David C. Beffa
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Sutter Capitol Pavilion

    2725 Capitol Avenue, Suite 402, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Beffa is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Beffa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Beffa is currently accepting new patients.

    Douglas G. Hatter
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Vascular Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Vascular Surgery | General Surgery

    Surgical Services - Dignity Health Medical Group - Redding, CA

    2656 Edith Ave., 
    Redding, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I've been caring for general, vascular, and trauma patients in Redding, CA since 2002, first with Northern California Surgical Group now with Dignity Health Medical Group North State. I truly enjoy what I do and it is an honor to provide surgical services to those in need.I strive to provide expert general and vascular surgical services in a caring and compassionate way. I've been providing the full spectrum of care from the initial consultation all the way through to recovery for patients in the North State for 14 years. Working in both the hospital and in the clinic setting allows me to care for patients with acute surgical needs and with chronic vascular conditions. Dr. Hatter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Necrosis, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Colostomy.

    John R. Garcia
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Hormuz Irani M.D., Inc.

    8311 Brimhall Rd, Ste 1901, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    BAKERSFIELD SURGICAL ASSOCIATES is a leader in state of the art Laparoscopic surgery and the only Bariatric Surgical group in Bakersfield. We have gained the distinction of being a CENTER OF EXCELLENCE by Blue Cross, Blue Shield and a number of other healthcare providers. Our goal is to provide state of the art compassionate and complete care to our valued surgical clients. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Cellulitis, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

    Dahlia M. Alspaugh
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Orthopedics - Dignity Health Medical Group - Red Bluff, CA

    2528 Sister Mary Columba Dr, 
    Red Bluff, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    You are an individual with a unique personality and need. I individualize your care to suit your individual needs. I am a strong advocate of good communication. I feel it is important for you to understand and participate in your care. Good communication and developing a good relationship with your surgeon will help you feel knowledgeable, confident, as well as safe, comfortable and cared for during your treatment. Dr. Alspaugh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Lorenc Malellari
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

    Surgery Center - Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield, CA

    3838 San Dimas St, Suite B 231, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Albanian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Lorenc Malellari is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Malellari has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Rectal Prolapse, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Malellari is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Colostomy?

    Colostomy is a surgical procedure that brings one end of the large intestine out through an opening (stoma) made in the abdominal wall. Stools moving through the intestine drain through the stoma into a bag attached to the skin of the abdomen.

    When should I see a Colostomy doctor in California, US?

    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 Colostomy doctor in California, US?

    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 Colostomy doctors in California, US?

    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 Colostomy doctors in California, US?

    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 Colostomy doctor in California, US?

    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 Colostomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Colostomy 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 Colostomy doctor in California, US?

    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 Colostomy 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 Colostomy 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 Colostomy doctors in California, US?

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

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