The 20 Best Diverticular Disease Doctors Near Me in Sumter, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Diverticular Disease near Sumter, SC. Of these, 15 are Experienced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Advanced.

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19 providers found
    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Sumter Gastroenterology

    641 West Wesmark Boulevard, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Mcduffie is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Mcduffie is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 57 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mcduffie is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mcduffie is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Sumter Gastroenterology

    641 West Wesmark Boulevard, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kent Cunningham is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Cunningham is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Cunningham is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cunningham is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Sumter Gastroenterology

    641 West Wesmark Boulevard, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Floyd Angus is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Angus is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Angus is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Angus is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery

    Prisma Health Surgery – Sumter

    115 North Sumter Street, Suite 300, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Lauzon is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Lauzon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lauzon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery

    Prisma Health Surgery – Sumter

    115 North Sumter Street, Suite 300, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Jones is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Necrosis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital X–Ray

    129 North Washington Street, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jan Skrzypczak is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Skrzypczak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Ascites, Pleural Effusion, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Skrzypczak is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine

    Colonial Family Practice–Sumter Main Office Family Medicine

    325 Broad Street, Suite 100, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Lucas is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Lucas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 70 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Folate-Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Lucas is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Lucas is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine

    Colonial Rx

    325 Broad St Ste 100, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clayton Lowder is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Lowder is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gout, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Vitamin D Deficiency, and New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH).

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine

    Colonial Family Practice – W. Liberty

    674 West Liberty Street, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Whaley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Whaley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Whaley is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Whaley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine

    MUSC Health Primary Care - Oak Hill Medical Park

    649 West Wesmark Boulevard, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tracy Ridgill, MD, specializes in Family Medicine, and Primary Care and is located in Sumter, SC. Dr. Ridgill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine

    Colonial Family Practice–Wesmark Blvd.

    308 West Wesmark Boulevard, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ike Stewart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Stewart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Stewart is board certified in American Board Of Emergency Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Stewart is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine

    Colonial Family Practice – W. Liberty

    674 West Liberty Street, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Mahr is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Mahr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Mahr is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Mahr is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital

    129 N Washington St, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Felix Erekuu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Erekuu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Sumter Internal Medicine Associates

    12 Barnette Dr, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Hawkey is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Hawkey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Murmurs, Chronic Cough, Prolidase Deficiency, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Palmetto Family Practice LLC

    115 N Sumter St Ste 315, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Perkins is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Perkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Family Medicine

    Office

    198 E Wesmark Blvd Ste 2, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Trigg is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Trigg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tension Headache, Cellulitis, Nasal Flaring, and Sinusitis.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Nurse Practitioner

    Sumter Gastroenterology

    641 West Wesmark Boulevard, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Katherine Peil is a primary care provider, practicing in Nurse Practitioner in Sumter, South Carolina. Ms. Peil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Tenesmus, Obesity, and Swallowing Difficulty. Ms. Peil is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board. Ms. Peil is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Office

    Sumter, SC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Sumter Gastroenterology

    641 W Wesmark Blvd, 
    Sumter, SC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Theophilus Williams is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Diverticular Disease.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Diverticular Disease?

    Diverticula are small, bulging sacs or pouches that form on the inner wall of the intestine. Diverticulitis occurs when these pouches become inflamed or infected. Most often, these pouches are in the lower part of the large intestine (colon).

    When should I see a Diverticular Disease doctor near Sumter, SC?

    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 Diverticular Disease doctor near Sumter, SC?

    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 Diverticular Disease doctors near Sumter, SC?

    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 Diverticular Disease doctors near Sumter, SC?

    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 Diverticular Disease doctor near Sumter, SC?

    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 Diverticular Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Diverticular 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 Diverticular Disease doctor near Sumter, SC?

    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 Diverticular 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 Diverticular 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 Diverticular Disease doctors near Sumter, SC?

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

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