The 20 Best Colostomy Doctors near Durham, NC

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Colostomy

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Colostomy near Durham, NC. Of these, 17 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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21 providers found
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Duke University Hospital

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Suresh Agarwal is a General Surgeon and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Agarwal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hypovolemic Shock, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Agarwal is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Surgery, Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Agarwal is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Mantyh is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Mantyh 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, Genital Warts, Anal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Mantyh is board certified in American Board Of Colon/Rectal Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery . Dr. Mantyh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Stang is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Stang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Nodule, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Stang is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Stang is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Julie Marosky-Thacker is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Marosky-Thacker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Marosky-Thacker is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Marosky-Thacker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Regional Hospital

    3643 N Roxboro St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Fong is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Fong 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 Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Fong is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Surgery, Surgical Critical Care . Dr. Fong is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    2100 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Vaslef is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Vaslef 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 Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Vaslef is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Simpson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Simpson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Short Bowel Syndrome, and Colostomy.

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

    Duke University Hospital

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Zachary Williams is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Gangrene, Hernia, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Thrombectomy. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Outpatient Center At Eastowne

    100 Eastowne Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Sandler is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Sandler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Diverticular Disease, Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sandler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anne Peery is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Peery is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Hemorrhoids, Colonoscopy, and Colostomy. Dr. Peery is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Koruda is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Koruda is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Bodford Family Transverse Myelitis Center

    460 Waterstone Dr, 
    Hillsborough, NC 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Millie Long is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Dr. Long is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Long is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaclyn Portelli-Tremont is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 9 years. Dr. Portelli-Tremont is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Secondary Peritonitis, Peritonitis, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Colostomy, and Splenectomy.

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

    University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Arielle Perez is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Perez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Omphalocele, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Perez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ian Grimm is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Grimm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Colorectal Polyps, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Grimm is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Farrell is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Farrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Achalasia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Farrell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Reed is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Reed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Reed is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Shaheen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Shaheen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Shaheen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral required

    University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Muneera Kapadia is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Kapadia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Crohn's Disease, Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Kapadia is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Elizabeth Dreesen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Dreesen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Fistula, Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Dreesen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 Durham, NC?

    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 Durham, NC?

    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 Durham, NC?

    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 Durham, NC?

    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 Durham, NC?

    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 Durham, NC?

    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 Durham, NC?

    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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