The 20 Best Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Doctors Near Me in Independence, MO

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 50 doctor with experience in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis near Independence, MO. Of these, 24 are Experienced, 21 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Consultants In Gastroenterology PC

    3800 S Whitney Ave Ste 200, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Syed Khalid is a Gastroenterologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Khalid is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Consultants In Gastroenterology PC

    3800 S Whitney Ave Ste 200, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Utarnachitt is a Gastroenterologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Utarnachitt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Consultants In Gastroenterology PC

    3800 S Whitney Ave Ste 200, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yan Chen is a Gastroenterologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Medical Diagnostic Center Associates LP

    18640 E 38th Ter S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Vardakis is a Gastroenterologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Vardakis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Hepatitis, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Midwest GI Health LLC

    3601 NE Ralph Powell Rd, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Taormina is a Gastroenterologist in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Taormina is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Indigestion, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.

    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Attard is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Attard is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Intussusception in Children, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colorectal Surgery Associates - Independence

    19550 E 39th St S Ste 320, 
    Independence, MO 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Kress is a Colorectal Surgeon in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Kress has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit

    2301 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Esmat Sadeddin is a Gastroenterologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Sadeddin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Hepatitis C, Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Midwest Gastroenterology Health

    3601 NE Ralph Powell Rd Ste A, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joan Chandra is a Gastroenterologist in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Chandra has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Eosinophilic Esophagitis.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Michael S Fedotin & B William Ginsberg PA

    2330 E Meyer Blvd Ste 301, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brent Ginsberg is a Gastroenterologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Ginsberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Mid-America Gastro-Intestinal Consultants - Plaza

    4321 Washington St Ste 5600, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Mcmahon is a Gastroenterologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Mcmahon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Mid-America Gastro-Intestinal Consultants - Plaza

    4321 Washington St Ste 5600, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sakher Albadarin is a Gastroenterologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Albadarin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Mid America Gastro Intestinal Consultants P C.

    4321 Washington St Ste 5600, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Allen is a Gastroenterologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Allen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Mid America Gastro Intestinal Consultants P C.

    4321 Washington St Ste 5600, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hillary Bownik is a Gastroenterologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Bownik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Mazin F. Al
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Surgical Oncology

    Westwood Medical Pavilion

    2650 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Westwood, KS 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Aramaic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mazin Al is a Surgical Oncologist in Westwood, Kansas. Dr. Al has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Al is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2521 Glenn Hendren Dr Ste 408, 
    Liberty, MO 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Horwitz is a Gastroenterologist in Liberty, Missouri. Dr. Horwitz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2521 Glenn Hendren Dr Ste 408, 
    Liberty, MO 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Jones is a Gastroenterologist in Liberty, Missouri. Dr. Jones is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Choledocholithiasis, Painful Swallowing, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    5330 N Oak Trfy Ste 102, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Schowengerdt is a Gastroenterologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Schowengerdt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2301 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Osama Yousef is a Gastroenterologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Yousef is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    General Surgery

    Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit

    2301 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brook Nelson is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Her top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?

    Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is an inherited disorder that is characterized by a greatly increased risk of cancer of the large intestine (colon) and rectum (collectively known as colorectal cancer). People with FAP have multiple precancerous (benign) growths (polyps) in the colon, and one or more of these polyps will likely develop into colorectal cancer. There are two forms of FAP: the classic type and the attenuated type.

    When should I see a Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor near Independence, MO?

    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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor near Independence, MO?

    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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctors near Independence, MO?

    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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctors near Independence, MO?

    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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor near Independence, MO?

    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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor near Independence, MO?

    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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctors near Independence, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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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