The 20 Best Diverticular Disease Doctors Near Me in Metairie, LA

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The 20 Best Diverticular Disease Doctors near Metairie, LA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 116 doctor with experience in Diverticular Disease near Metairie, LA. Of these, 86 are Experienced, 29 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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116 providers found
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Radiology
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Radiology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeremy Rau is a Radiologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Rau has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cerebelloolivary Atrophy, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Primary Familial Brain Calcification, and Diverticular Disease.

    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Radiology
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Radiology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Renz is a Radiologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Renz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease

    East Jefferson General Hospital

    4200 Houma Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Mp Sandoz is a Radiologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Mp Sandoz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, and Hepatocerebral Degeneration.

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    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease

    East Jefferson General Hospital

    4200 Houma Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Puneet Singha is a Radiologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Singha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Pleurisy, and Diverticular Disease.

    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease

    East Jefferson General Hospital

    4200 Houma Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Fontanez is a Radiologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Fontanez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Pleurisy.

    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Jefferson Electrophysiology

    4224 Houma Blvd Ste 400, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vernon Carriere is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Carriere is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Volvulus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Portal Hypertension, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Valentine Nfonsam is a General Surgeon in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Nfonsam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colon Rectal Surgery Assocs

    3100 Galleria Dr Ste 303, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Silinsky is a Colorectal Surgeon in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Silinsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colon Rectal Surgery Assocs

    3100 Galleria Dr Ste 303, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Mayfield is a Colorectal Surgeon in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Mayfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Proctitis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roy Divittorio is a Radiologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Divittorio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cholesterol Pneumonia, Pleurisy, Headache, and Visceromegaly.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Steigner is a Radiologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Steigner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleural Effusion, and Ascites.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Saliba is a Radiologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Saliba has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Biliary Dyskinesia.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. David Joseph St. Germain, Jr. received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and Shreveport, respectively. He completed his internship and residency in diagnostic radiology in Memphis, Tennessee at Methodist/ the University of Tennessee Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in musculoskeletal radiology at Wake Forest University in Winston- Salem, NC. Dr. Germain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Kwaku Obeng earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from Stony Brook University School of Medicine located in Stony Brook, New York. He then completed an internal medicine internship at Danbury Hospital in Danbury, Connecticut. He went on to complete a diagnostic radiology residency at Monmouth Medical Center. Dr. Obeng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hepatocerebral Degeneration, PEHO Syndrome, Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome, and X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Giardina earned his Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. He earned his medical degree from LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed his internship in Internal Medicine at University Hospital/LSU Interim Hospital at LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed his residency in radiology at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans. He then completed fellowship training in abdominal imaging at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Giardina is board certified by the American Board of Radiology and has been on staff since 2013. Dr. Giardina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cholesterol Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Timothy Dozier received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed both his internship and residency at Ochsner Medical Center, where he also completed his MRI fellowship. Dr. Dozier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Retropharyngeal Abscess, Gallbladder Disease, Colonic Malakoplakia, and Headache.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Gaspard is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Gaspard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gaspard is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Silvestri is a Radiologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Silvestri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Fecal Impaction, Gallbladder Disease, Vertigo, and Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Brian Ogden earned his medical degree from LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed his internship in internal medicine at Ben Taub General Hospital and VA Debakey Hospital through Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He completed his residency in radiology at Ben Taub General Hospital, St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital, Methodist Hospital, Texas Children's Hospital, and VA Debakey Hospital through Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. Ogden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carmen Anderson is a Radiologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Splenomegaly, Caroli Disease, and Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Metairie, LA?

    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 Metairie, LA?

    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 Metairie, LA?

    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 Metairie, LA?

    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 Metairie, LA?

    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 Metairie, LA?

    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 Metairie, LA?

    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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