The 20 Best Colostomy Doctors near Saint Paul, MN

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 96 doctor with experience in Colostomy near Saint Paul, MN. Of these, 83 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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96 providers found
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yaron Rudnicki is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Rudnicki is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Diverticular Disease, Colostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    U Of M Health Clinics And Surgery Center Inc.

    909 Fulton St SE, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Madoff is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Madoff is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    M Health Fairview Specialty Clinic Edina

    6525 France Avenue South, Suite 200, 
    Edina, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wolfgang Gaertner is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Edina, Minnesota. Dr. Gaertner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Ileostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Gaertner is board certified in Surgery (General Surgery): American Board Of Surgery, 2013. Dr. Gaertner is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Pelvic Floor Center LLC

    2800 Chicago Ave Ste 300, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Spencer is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Spencer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Bowel Incontinence, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MN - Cancer Surgery

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Cima is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Cima is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MN - Cancer Surgery

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kellie Mathis is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Mathis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MN - Cancer Surgery

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Kelley is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Kelley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MN - Cancer Surgery

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Behm is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Behm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Crohn's Disease, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Urology Associates LTD.

    14101 Fairview Dr Ste 280, 
    Burnsville, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Osborne is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Burnsville, Minnesota. Dr. Osborne is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MN - Cancer Surgery

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Dozois is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Dozois is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MN - Cancer Surgery

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Larson is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Larson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    HealthPartners Regions Specialty Clinics

    Jackson, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I am interested in all aspects of colorectal surgery. With my advanced training in colon and rectal disorders, I treat the whole spectrum of diseases. These include anorectal problems (fissures, hemorrhoids, abscesses and fistulas), pelvic floor problems (prolapse, fecal incontinence and constipation), inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease) and also colon or rectal cancer. I use flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy to help me in the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of these problems. I use minimally invasive techniques to minimize discomfort and enhance recovery. Dr. Chow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Colostomy. Dr. Chow is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Chow is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    M Health Fairview Surgery Clinic Edina

    6405 France Avenue South, Suite W440, 
    Edina, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jon Krook is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Edina, Minnesota. Dr. Krook is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Obesity, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Krook is board certified in Surgical Critical Care: American Board Of Surgery, 2010 and Surgery (General Surgery): American Board Of Surgery, 2003. Dr. Krook is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    HealthPartners Clinic Apple Valley

    15350 English Ave, 
    Apple Valley, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Having a health condition that may need surgery can be difficult. My goal is to communicate well with every patient about what can be done. There may be more than one choice of what to do, and I try to help my patients come to a shared decision that is best for their situation. As a colon and rectal surgeon, I treat a wide spectrum of patients, from patients getting a colonoscopy to check for polyps, patients with anal and rectal problems, to patients needing major abdominal surgery for serious conditions. As much as possible, I try to do surgery through minimal incisions. I hope to make the process of having surgery less stressful. A well-informed patient makes the best patient. Dr. Armstrong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Armstrong is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Armstrong is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Urology Associates LTD.

    14101 Fairview Dr Ste 280, 
    Burnsville, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Grahn is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Burnsville, Minnesota. Dr. Grahn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    St. Mary's Children's Hospital

    407 E 3rd St, 
    Duluth, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anna Hatchett is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Duluth, Minnesota. Dr. Hatchett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Frostbite, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1983 Sloan Pl Ste 11, 
    Saint Paul, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brett Gemlo is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Gemlo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roy Hajjar is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Hajjar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2945 Hazelwood St Ste 340, 
    Saint Paul, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melinda Stack is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Stack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Anal Fissure, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates LTD

    11850 Blackfoot St NW Ste 270, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Jensen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Jensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    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 near Saint Paul, MN?

    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 near Saint Paul, MN?

    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 near Saint Paul, MN?

    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 near Saint Paul, MN?

    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 near Saint Paul, MN?

    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 near Saint Paul, MN?

    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 near Saint Paul, MN?

    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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