The 20 Best Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Doctors Near Me in Waco, TX

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) near Waco, TX. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

    Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Colorectal & General Surgery

    50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Ste 105, 
    Waco, TX 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Howton attended University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where he received his MD in 1990. He then went to Baylor University Medical Center Dallas, Texas, and completed his Internship in 1991 and Residency in 1995. Fellowship training was completed in 1996 at Baylor University Dallas, Texas. He is board-certified in general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. He has a special interest in colonoscopy for the prevention of colon cancer, laparoscopic colon surgery, colon and rectal cancer. He also has a special interest and training in the treatment for hemorrhoids, including methods of treatment completed in the medical office setting.Dr. Howton takes special interest in the treatment for fecal incontinence. Many patients with fecal incontinence are sometimes embarrassed by this problem and their quality of life is affected in a negative way. He has received certification and training in the Sacral Nervous System treatment used to control fecal incontinence. Patients who have had this procedure are very happy with change it has made in their lives. When not seeing patients, Dr. Howton enjoys spending time with his family, watching his sons play sports and following Baylor athletics. Dr. Howton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Howton is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Geriatrics | Family Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Geriatrics | Family Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Internal Medicine And Senior Health Center

    2201 MacArthur Dr, Ste 100, 
    Waco, TX 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ben Perry is a board-certified family medicine physician with a particular interest in geriatrics. Dr. Perry is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians and the McLennan County Medical Society and is certified in family medicine and geriatric medicine. He decided to pursue family medicine geriatrics to match his desire to establish ongoing relationships with his patients and to understand the various aspects of their health. He feels honored and privileged to be able to provide primary care for his community. In his spare time, he is active in his church, spends time with his family and enjoys outdoor activities. Dr. Perry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Chronic Cough, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Perry is board certified in Family Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Advanced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants

    2510 Ambassador Dr, Ste B, 
    Waco, TX 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Lobrano is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Lobrano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lobrano is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Family Medicine

    Rockdale Blackhhawk LLC

    6600 Fish Pond Rd Ste 202A, 
    Waco, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darrell Pietsch is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Pietsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine

    Providence Health Alliance

    340 Richland W Cir, Ascension Medical Group Providence, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sabine Roman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Roman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Achalasia, Esophagitis, Swallowing Difficulty, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Waco Gastroenterology Associates, PA

    364 Richland West Circle, Suite A, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hari Ancha is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Ancha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ancha is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Waco Gastroenterology Associates, PA

    364 Richland West Circle, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shamyal Khan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Indigestion, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Khan is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Family Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Midway Clinic

    7702 Central Park Dr, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Mccunniff is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Mccunniff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His clinical expertise encompasses H1N1 Influenza, Flu, Ethmoiditis, and Sinusitis. Dr. Mccunniff is board certified in Family Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Waco Gastroenterology Associates, PA

    364 Richland West Circle, Suite A, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Boss is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Boss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Boss is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Waco Gastroenterology Associates, PA

    364 Richland West Circle, Suite A, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Rives is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Rives is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Portal Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Rives is board certified in Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med, Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Waco Gastroenterology Associates, PA

    364 Richland West Circle, Suite A, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bryan Hanysak is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Hanysak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Hanysak is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    405 Londonderry Dr Ste 303, 
    Waco, TX 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Stovall is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Stovall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Family Medicine

    Ascension Medical Group Providence Family Medicine At Woodway

    6101 Woodway Dr Ste 200, 
    Waco, TX 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Horner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Horner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Family Medicine

    Ascension Medical Group Providence Primary Care Bosque Ridge

    13701 Woodway Dr # 2, 
    Woodway, TX 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Braun is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Woodway, Texas. Dr. Braun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Scleroderma, Scleroma, and Localized Scleroderma.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

    Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that leads to pain in abdomen and changes in bowel movements.

    IBS is not the same as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

    When should I see an Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor near Waco, TX?

    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 an Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor near Waco, TX?

    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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctors near Waco, TX?

    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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctors near Waco, TX?

    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 an Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor near Waco, TX?

    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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 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 an Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor near Waco, TX?

    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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctors near Waco, TX?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 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 an Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 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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