The 20 Best Crohn's Disease Doctors Near Me in Teaneck, NJ

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The 20 Best Crohn's Disease Doctors near Teaneck, NJ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 442 doctor with experience in Crohn's Disease near Teaneck, NJ. Of these, 347 are Experienced, 48 are Advanced, 32 are Distinguished and 11 are Elite.

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    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology

    HMH Center For Advanced Gastroenterology

    360 Essex Street, Suite 303, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alyssa Parian is a Gastroenterologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Parian is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Ileostomy.

    Bo Shen
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bo Shen, MD, is one of the world’s pre-eminent leaders in interventional inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and pouch-related disorders due to his specialized expertise and experience treating a wide range of these conditions. Dr. Shen is the director of the IBD Center at Columbia and co-director of Columbia’s Global Center for Integrated Colorectal Surgery and IBD Interventional Endoscopy. He is also the Vice Chair for Innovation in Medicine and Surgery and a Professor of Medicine (in Surgery) and Edelman-Jarislowsky Professor in Surgical Sciences.In addition to pouchitis and pouch diseases, Dr. Shen specializes in critical diagnostic evaluation, and medical and endoscopic management of IBD, GI endoscopy and imaging technology. Dr. Shen is known as a pioneer in interventional endoscopic therapy for IBD and ileal pouch disorders - this includes postponing or eliminating the need for surgery in some cases.Dr. Shen comes to Columbia/NewYork-Presbyterian from the Cleveland Clinic, where he served as medical director for the Center of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases and the Ed and Joey Story Endowed Chair, Digestive Disease and Surgery Institute. While there, Dr. Shen established a subspecialty Pouchitis Clinic and Interventional IBD Unite - the first and largest of its kind in the United States. He also created an IBD Board, modeled after oncology tumor boards, to help manage the most challenging cases with multiple specialists.A prolific researcher in the field with more than 600 peer-reviewed articles, Dr. Shen is funded by a number of government and philanthropic organizations, including the NIH, the American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology, the Broad Foundation, and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America. Dr. Shen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Arun Swaminath
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At East 85th Street

    178 East 85th Street, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arun Swaminath, MD, is an accomplished gastroenterologist and the director of the Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Program at Lenox Hill Hospital within Northwell Health. With a primary focus on treating patients with Crohn's disease and colitis, He holds a Professor of Medicine appointment in the School of Medicine at Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine.He oversees a multi-disciplinary IBD Center that provides patients with access to world-class surgeons, dieticians, and IBD pharmacists. This center attracts trainees from across the tristate area who come to learn from the exceptional team. His dedication to advancing the field of gastroenterology is evident in his numerous original clinical, translational, and review articles that he has authored.In recognition of his expertise, Dr. Swaminath is frequently sought after as a speaker in the area of inflammatory bowel diseases and has made appearances on television news and has been featured in numerous print and online media outlets. He has also made significant contributions at a national level, served as a chair of the NYC Crohn's and Colitis Foundation Chapter Medical Advisory Committee and as the co-director of the American College of Gastroenterology's IBD School. Dr. Swaminath's passion for IBD education is further exemplified by his creation of the Burton I Korelitz Advanced IBD Fellowship at Northwell Health, a pathway for expert IBD training for gastroenterologists,With his expertise, leadership, and commitment to improving patient care and education, Dr. Arun Swaminath continues to make significant contributions to the field of gastroenterology within Northwell Health. Dr. Swaminath is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Jill Roberts Center For Inflammatory Bowel Disease

    1283 York Ave # 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dana Lukin is an Internal Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Lukin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lukin is currently accepting new patients.

    Bruce Sands
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology

    MSSM-Optical Shop

    17 E 102nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce Sands is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Sands is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Ellen Scherl
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Jill Roberts Center For Inflammatory Bowel Disease

    1283 York Ave # 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ellen Scherl is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Scherl is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Scherl is currently accepting new patients.

    David Hudesman
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology

    NYU Langone Medical Center

    240 E 38th St Fl 23, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Hudesman is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Hudesman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Ileostomy.

    Jordan Axelrad
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    305 E 33rd St # 307, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jordan Axelrad is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Axelrad is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Internal Medicine

    MSSM-Optical Shop

    17 E 102nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Ungaro is an Internal Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Ungaro has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Elite in Crohn's Disease

    MSSM-Optical Shop

    17 E 102nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jean-frederic Colombel is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Colombel is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Elite in Crohn's Disease
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    New York University

    160 E 32nd St Fl 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Dolinger is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Dolinger is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Alexandra Gutierrez
    Distinguished in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Alexandra Gutierrez is a Professor of Medicine and Director of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center in Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She received her MD from Case Western Reserve School of Medicine. She was subsequently a medical resident in internal medicine at NYP-Weil Cornell, followed by a fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Gutierrez is intensely focused on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with inflammatory bowel disease and was previously the director of the IBD program at Washington University School of Medicine. In addition, Dr. Gutierrez is actively involved in clinical research and continues to contribute heavily to the education of medical students, residents, and fellows. Dr. Gutierrez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Eosinophilic Colitis, and Endoscopy.

    Neal S. Leleiko
    Distinguished in Crohn's Disease
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Crohn's Disease
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    With a rare combination of board certification in pediatric gastroenterology and a PhD in nutrition, Dr. Neal LeLeiko is an authority on the role of nutritional therapy as a component of treatment for children and adolescents with IBD and other digestive disorders. Dr. LeLeiko joined NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital as Director of the Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Program and as an Attending Physician. He joined the Columbia University faculty in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition and Liver Diseases as a Professor of Pediatrics. Dr. LeLeiko comes from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, where he was Professor of Pediatrics and Director, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition and Liver Diseases at Hasbro Children’s Hospital. Before that he served as Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City for 23 years. Dr. Leleiko is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    420 Grand Ave, Suite 101, 
    Englewood, NJ 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Sapienza is a Gastroenterologist in Englewood, New Jersey. Dr. Sapienza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Colitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Crohn's Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    140 Sylvan Ave, Suite 101A, 
    Englewood Cliffs, NJ 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Barry Zingler is a Gastroenterologist in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. Dr. Zingler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Pokala R. Kiran
    Experienced in Crohn's Disease
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Crohn's Disease
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pokala Kiran is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Kiran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Kiran is currently accepting new patients.

    Usama A. Ali
    Experienced in Crohn's Disease
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Crohn's Disease
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Usama Ahmed Ali is a colorectal surgeon who has expertise in the whole gamut of colorectal surgery, including minimally invasive and open colorectal surgical procedures, anorectal operations, and colonoscopy. He completed his medical training at Utrecht University in the Netherlands in 2007. He then did colorectal research as a PhD researcher and was a colorectal research fellow at the Cleveland Clinic in 2011 under the guidance of Dr. Pokala Ravi Kiran. He trained in general and colorectal surgery at the University Medical Center Utrecht and the St. Antonius Hospital in The Netherlands after which he worked as a general and colorectal surgeon in Riverieland Ziekenhuis in Tiel until 2022.Dr. Ahmed Ali has an interest in a wide spectrum of colorectal conditions including benign colorectal conditions, diverticular disease, colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, polyposis and anorectal disorders such as hemorrhoids, abscesses and anal fistulas.Dr. Ahmed Ali trained extensively with Dr. Kiran and Dr. James Church. He works collaboratively with Dr. Church on complex fistula disease within the Anal Fistula Center and is part of the Hereditary Cancer and Familial Polyposis Center. He also works closely with Dr. Kiran in the management of various conditions including complex and reoperative colorectal surgery.Dr. Ahmed Ali has a double PhD in medicine, one of which is in the surgical treatment of inflammatory bowel disease. He also has a Masters in Evidence-Based Medicine from Oxford University. He is a Member of Dutch Society for Surgery and Dutch Society for Gastro-intestinal Surgery (2021). Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Crohn's Disease, and Anal Fissure.

    Advanced in Crohn's Disease
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Crohn's Disease
    General Surgery

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cary Aarons is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Aarons is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Crohn's Disease
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Crohn's Disease
    Colorectal Surgery

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Ave # 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Church is a Colorectal Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Church is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Lynch Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, and Ileostomy.

    Distinguished in Crohn's Disease
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Crohn's Disease
    Colorectal Surgery

    Mount Sinai Hospital

    5 E 98th St # 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sergey Khaitov is a Colorectal Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Khaitov is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Crohn's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Crohn's Disease?

    Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes the digestive tract to become inflamed and is characterized by severe diarrhea and abdominal pain. The areas of the digestive tract affected by Crohn’s disease are different depending on the person; however, it most commonly affects the small intestine and colon. Crohn’s disease is progressive and has several subtypes that are categorized by the area of the digestive tract affected. The incidence of Crohn’s disease in the U.S. and the world has been increasing; however, the reasons why are unknown. Crohn’s disease is considered to be an autoimmune disorder caused by the body’s immune system attacking normal cells and develops more frequently in people who are between the ages of 15 and 40 (but can appear earlier), who have a family history of inflammatory bowel disease, who are of Eastern European Jewish (Ashkenazi) descent, or those who smoke.

    When should I see a Crohn's Disease doctor near Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Crohn's Disease doctor near Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Crohn's Disease doctors near Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Crohn's Disease doctors near Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Crohn's Disease doctor near Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Crohn's Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Crohn's Disease 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 Crohn's Disease doctor near Teaneck, NJ?

    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 Crohn's Disease 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 Crohn's Disease 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 Crohn's Disease doctors near Teaneck, NJ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Crohn's Disease 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 Crohn's Disease doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Crohn's Disease 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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