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    MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Gastrointestinal Perforation near Gainesville, FL. Of these, 19 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    22 providers found
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Colorectal Surgery

      Uf Health Surgical Specialists-Shands Hospital

      1600 SW Archer Rd 14, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Thomas Read is a Colorectal Surgeon in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Read is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Colorectal Surgery

      Uf Health Surgical Specialists-Shands Hospital

      1600 SW Archer Rd 14, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Johan Nordenstam is a Colorectal Surgeon in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Nordenstam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Anal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine

      Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

      1600 SW Archer Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Letitia Bible is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Bible is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

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      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine

      Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

      1600 SW Archer Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Meir Meerkov is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Meerkov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine

      Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

      1600 SW Archer Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Smith is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine

      Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

      1600 SW Archer Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Erin Vanzant is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Vanzant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine

      Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

      1600 SW Archer Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jessica Taylor is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine

      UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital

      1515 SW Archer Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Chasen Croft is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Croft is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Fasciotomy.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine

      UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital

      1515 SW Archer Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Martin Rosenthal is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Rosenthal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Malnutrition, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

      Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Bariatric Medicine
      Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Bariatric Medicine

      HCA Florida Gainesville Surgical Group

      1143 NW 64th Ter Ste A, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Rose is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Rose is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation

      Florida Clinical Practice Association Inc

      Uf Health Test Site Pop Up 1600 Sw Archer Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Christopher Forsmark is a Gastroenterologist in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Forsmark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Forsmark is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery

      Florida Clinical Practice Association Inc

      2001 Sw 13th St, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lars Nelson is a General Surgeon in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      1601 Sw Archer Rd, Dept Of Surgery, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Linda Atteberry is a General Surgeon in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Atteberry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Bariatric Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Bariatric Medicine

      HCA Florida Gainesville Surgical Group

      1143 NW 64th Ter Ste A, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Timothy Hipp is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Hipp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery

      Surgical Group Of Gainesville PA

      1143 NW 64th Ter, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      George Filosa is a General Surgeon in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Filosa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Colostomy.

      Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery

      North Florida Surgical Associates LLC

      6500 W Newberry Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brian Pickens is a General Surgeon in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Pickens is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Fibroadenoma, Choledocholithiasis, Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colostomy. Dr. Pickens is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery

      North Florida Surgical Associates LLC

      6500 W Newberry Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Eric Castaldo is a General Surgeon in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Castaldo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Castaldo is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      1143 Nw 64th Ter, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Stanley Deturris is a General Surgeon in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Deturris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Deturris is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery

      North Florida Surgical Associates LLC

      1143 Nw 64th Ter, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Francisco Macedo is a General Surgeon in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Macedo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Macedo is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Internal Medicine

      Hospital Internal Medicine PA

      6500 W Newberry Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Allen Brasington is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Brasington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Cholecystitis, Heart Attack, Endoscopy, and Bone Graft.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Gastrointestinal Perforation?

      A perforation is a hole that develops through the wall of a body organ. This problem may occur in the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, or gallbladder.

      When should I see a Gastrointestinal Perforation doctor near Gainesville, FL?

      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 Gastrointestinal Perforation doctor near Gainesville, FL?

      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 Gastrointestinal Perforation doctors near Gainesville, FL?

      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 Gastrointestinal Perforation doctors near Gainesville, FL?

      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 Gastrointestinal Perforation doctor near Gainesville, FL?

      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 Gastrointestinal Perforation doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastrointestinal Perforation 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 Gastrointestinal Perforation doctor near Gainesville, FL?

      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 Gastrointestinal Perforation 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 Gastrointestinal Perforation 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 Gastrointestinal Perforation doctors near Gainesville, FL?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gastrointestinal Perforation 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 Gastrointestinal Perforation doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastrointestinal Perforation 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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