The 20 Best Proctitis Doctors Near Me in chalmette, LA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 54 doctor with experience in Proctitis near chalmette, LA. Of these, 36 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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54 providers found
    Distinguished in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 4400, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sanjeeva Reddy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Reddy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Proctitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Ochsner Specialty Health Center - St. Bernard

    8050 W Judge Perez Dr, Suite 3200, 
    Chalmette, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Cowley is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chalmette, Louisiana. Dr. Cowley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Viral Gastroenteritis, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Cowley is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Cowley is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Methodist Hospital

    5620 Read Blvd, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Geoffrey Kitzman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Kitzman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, and Gastrectomy.

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    Advanced in Proctitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Proctitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Valentine Nfonsam is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Nfonsam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Nfonsam is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 4400, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gary Reiss is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Reiss is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jaundice, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Reiss is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 4400, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Schibler is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Schibler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Schibler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 4400, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Awtrey is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Awtrey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Encopresis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Awtrey is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 4400, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brett Hymel is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Hymel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Hymel is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Proctitis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Proctitis
    Internal Medicine

    Ochsner Center For Primary Care & Wellness In New Orleans

    1401 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Granier is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Granier is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Barrett Esophagus, Multiple Myeloma, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Granier is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Granier is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Methodist Hospital

    5620 Read Blvd, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Abdul Khan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans,, LA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Guy Orangio is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans,, Louisiana. Dr. Orangio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Orangio is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Referral may be required

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elyse Bevier-Rawls is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Bevier-Rawls is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Genital Warts, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Anal Fissure. Dr. Bevier-Rawls is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Referral may be required

    New Orleans VA Medical Center

    2400 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elizabeth Recupero is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Recupero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis. Dr. Recupero is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Internal Medicine

    Crescentcare Health And Wellness Center

    3308 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Benjamin Kalayjian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Kalayjian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Hepatitis C, and Urethritis. Dr. Kalayjian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Tenet Healthsystem Memorial Medical Center Inc.

    2700 Napoleon Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Lilly is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lilly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Lilly is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Mga GI Diagnostic & Therapeutic Center

    2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 700, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Herbert Mayer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Mayer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mayer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Buckman Health Center Primary Care

    3434 Prytania St Ste 110, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robin Staudinger is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Staudinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diarrhea, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Staudinger is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Ochsner Health Center - Baptist McFarland Medical Plaza

    4429 Clara St., Suite 440, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Danielle Kay is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Kay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, and Bowel Incontinence. Dr. Kay is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Kay is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 4400, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Campbell is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Campbell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Campbell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 4400, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rebekah Lemann is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Lemann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lemann is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Proctitis?

    Proctitis is an inflammation of the rectum. It can cause discomfort, bleeding, and the discharge of mucus or pus.

    When should I see a Proctitis doctor near chalmette, 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 Proctitis doctor near chalmette, 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 Proctitis doctors near chalmette, 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 Proctitis doctors near chalmette, 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 Proctitis doctor near chalmette, 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 Proctitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Proctitis 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 Proctitis doctor near chalmette, 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 Proctitis 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 Proctitis 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 Proctitis doctors near chalmette, LA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Proctitis 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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