The 20 Best Diverticular Disease Doctors Near Me in Needham, MA

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The 20 Best Diverticular Disease Doctors near Needham, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 460 doctor with experience in Diverticular Disease near Needham, MA. Of these, 402 are Experienced, 48 are Advanced, 9 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    Colorectal Surgery

    Multispecialty Clinic

    2000 Washington St Ste 563, 
    Newton, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Todd Francone is a Colorectal Surgeon in Newton, Massachusetts. Dr. Francone is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Matthew F. Sullivan
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Sullivan is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Enlarged Liver, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Christopher G. Boyd
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Boyd is a General Surgeon in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Boyd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

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    Kevin E. Mccarthy
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Mccarthy is a General Surgeon in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Mccarthy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Steven B. Cohen
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Needham Gastroenterology Associates, PC

    464 Hillside Avenue, Suite 201, 
    Needham, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Cohen is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Stephen R. Rotman
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Needham Gastroenterology Associates, PC

    464 Hillside Avenue, Suite 201, 
    Needham, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Rotman is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Rotman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. He is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Division Of General And Gastrointestinal Surgery

    45 Francis Street, ASBII-3rd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rocco Ricciardi is a General Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ricciardi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 4, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Jonathan Kim is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Bronchogenic Cyst, Colonic Malakoplakia, and Stent Placement.

    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine

    South Shore Internal Medicine Associates, Inc

    100 Highland Street, Suite 300, 
    Milton, MA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Fiore is an Internal Medicine provider in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Fiore is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    243 Charles St Ste 1107, 
    Boston, MA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Chan is a Gastroenterologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Chan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease

    Office

    2014 Washington St, 
    Newton Lower Falls, MA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Hoimes is a Radiologist in Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts. Dr. Hoimes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Secondary Peritonitis, Peritonitis, Ascites, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Atrius Health, Inc, 1 Lyons Street, 
    Dedham, MA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sveta Oza is an Internal Medicine provider in Dedham, Massachusetts. Dr. Oza has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Jaime A. Oviedo
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    850 Boylston St, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaime Oviedo is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Oviedo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Barrett Esophagus, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis.

    James Yoo
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, General Surgery Clinic

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5D, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. James Yoo is a member of the Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) and Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.  Dr. Yoo received his medical degree from the Mt. Sinai School of Medicine (New York, NY) and completed a general surgery residency at the Beth Israel-Deaconess Medical Center (Boston, MA). He completed a fellowship in laparoscopic colon & rectal surgery, and a colon and rectal surgery fellowship at New York-Presbyterian Hospital (New York, NY).  Dr. Yoo previously served as Chief of the Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery at UCLA (Los Angeles, CA), and Chief of the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery at Tufts Medical Center (Boston, MA).  Dr. Yoo is board certified in both general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. Dr. Yoo’s research focuses on the tumor microenvironment, tumor-myofibroblast interactions, and colitis-associated cancer. Dr. Yoo has clinical interests in minimally invasive surgical approaches, colorectal cancer, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis, anal dysplasia, and anorectal diseases. Dr. Yoo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Omar Y. Kudsi
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, General Surgery Clinic

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5D, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kudsi is a minimal invasive surgeon with clinical focus on complex abdominal wall reconstruction. Recognized for maintaining one of the world’s most extensive personal databases in robotic AWR, spanning from patient-reported outcomes to published long-term follow-up data. He played a key role in setting up robotic hernia programs in Americas, Europe, & Asia and performed over 3500 robotic surgeries. Throughout his career, he established an accredited MIS fellowship and a funded clinical research fellowship focused on AWR and artificial intelligence. He has written over 100 original peer reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. He serves as a periodic reviewer of several surgical journals and is the co-editor of five robotic textbooks with over 100 national & international presentations. He has assumed prominent leadership roles at CRSA, SAGES, ASE, and founded the Robotic Surgery Collaboration (RSC), a vicarious learning platform that unites over 10,000 surgeons. He has organized numerous international summits, taught hernia surgery to over 1000 surgeons and was awarded the Swedish Surgical Society’s medal in 2022.Dr. Kudsi, a native of Aleppo, Syria, earned his medical degree from University of Aleppo, followed by a postdoctoral research fellowship in tissue engineering at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, surgical residency at Lankenau Medical Center, minimal invasive surgery fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and advanced Minimal Invasive Surgery traveling fellowship at IRCAD Strasbourg University, France. He pursued an MBA with a focus on entrepreneurship and co-founded digital surgical, a company with patented technology in intra-operative real-time 3D micrometer scanning and Artificial intelligence. Dr. Kudsi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Diverticular Disease
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Bmc Affiliated Physicians, Inc.

    736 Cambridge St, 
    Brighton, MA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Friel is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Brighton, Massachusetts. Dr. Friel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Anal Fissure, Hemorrhoids, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Friel is currently accepting new patients.

    Joseph D. Feuerstein
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC Endoscopy - West Campus

    185 Pilgrim Road, Farr 1, WPC, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Feuerstein is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Feuerstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Evangelos Messaris
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Colorectal Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro Building, 3rd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Evangelos Messaris is a Colorectal Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Messaris is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Judy W. Nee
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC Endoscopy - East Campus

    330 Brookline Avenue, Stoneman 3, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Judy Nee is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Nee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diarrhea, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Gregory J. Kechejian
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Advanced in Diverticular Disease
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

    Highland Surgical Associates LLC

    100 Highland Street, Suite 222, 
    Milton, MA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Kechejian is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Kechejian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gangrene, Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Hernia Surgery.

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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 Needham, MA?

    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 Needham, MA?

    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 Needham, MA?

    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 Needham, MA?

    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 Needham, MA?

    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 Needham, MA?

    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 Needham, MA?

    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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