The 20 Best Proctitis Doctors Near Me in Danville, PA

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The 20 Best Proctitis Doctors near Danville, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 11 doctor with experience in Proctitis near Danville, PA. Of these, 11 are Experienced.

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    Christopher J. Buzas
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Geisinger Medical Center - General Surgery

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    As director of colorectal surgery, Chris Buzas, DO, specializes in treating patients with colon, rectal and anal cancers as well as inflammatory bowel disease (including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis). He also provides care for people with diverticulitis, various rectal conditions, hemorrhoids and pelvic floor disorders.|He has clinical expertise in complex re-operative colorectal surgeries as well as robotic, laparoscopic and open procedures. His advanced training includes trans-anal excisions, neurostimulation for fecal incontinence and colonoscopies.|Dr. Buzas is passionate about making a difference in his patients’ lives. “The thing I love most about my job is the ability to work alongside a great team dedicated to solving problems,” he says. “I enjoy seeing our patients out in the community, knowing we were able to help improve their quality of life.”|Dr. Buzas has a strong commitment to giving back to his community and improving access to care. He previously served as president of the Keystone Chapter of the American College of Surgeons as well as on the Board of Trustees for the Pennsylvania Medical Society. Dr. Buzas has also helped standardize rectal cancer care throughout the country as part of the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer.|Dr. Buzas received the Teacher of the Year Award from the surgical residents at Geisinger Medical Center. He was also recognized by the Pennsylvania Medical Society as one of their Top Physicians Under 40.|When not at work, Dr. Buzas enjoys spending time with his wife and three children at their lakeside cabin in northern Pennsylvania.|Video: more from Dr. Christopher Buzas, D.O. Dr. Buzas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Kevin C. Long
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Geisinger Medical Center - General Surgery

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Long is a board-certified and fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon. He obtained his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and completed his residency at the same institute. Dr. Long completed his fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Swedish Colon and Rectal Clinic. He is certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Long is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Dema Shamoon
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Internal Medicine | Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Internal Medicine | Gastroenterology

    Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dema Shamoon is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shamoon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Proctitis, Jaundice, and Endoscopy.

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    Matthew J. Shellenberger
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Experienced in Proctitis

    Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Shellenberger is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include postgraduate medical education, esophageal motility and other GI laboratory procedures. Dr. Shellenberger earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency and his fellowship in gastroenterology at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Shellenberger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine and gastroenterology. Dr. Shellenberger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Rebecca L. Hoffman
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    GMC General Surgery

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Hoffman is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general surgeon. She attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, where she received her medical degree as well as completed her residency. Dr. Hoffman completed her fellowship at Washington University. She is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Jason Dinko
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Family Medicine

    Geisinger Healthplex Woodbine - Community Medicine

    16 Woodbine Lane, 
    Danville, PA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Dinko is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. He attended The Commonwealth Medical College, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at Washington Hospital. Dr. Dinko is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.|Outside of work, Dr. Dinko enjoys sports. He also likes spending time outdoors, particularly hiking. Dr. Dinko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Family Medicine

    Select Specialty Hospital-Danville

    100 N Academy Ave, 
    Danville, PA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Langon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Langon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Family Medicine

    Geisinger Medical Center

    100 Justin Dr, 
    Danville, PA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Guilfoose is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Guilfoose is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

    M N. Akhtar
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital - Gastroenterology

    4200 Hospital Road, 
    Coal Township, PA 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Akhtar is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include general gastroenterology and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Dr. Akhtar attended Patna Medical College, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at East Carolina University. He also completed a residency and a fellowship in gastroenterology at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey in Camden, N.J. Dr. Akhtar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology. Dr. Akhtar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Esophagitis, Turcot Syndrome, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Gregory H. Enders
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    WellSpan Digestive Health At Medical Park Drive

    90 Medical Park Drive, Suite 1000, 
    Lewisburg, PA 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Enders is a Gastroenterologist in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Enders has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Enders is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    Cpgi Endoscopy Center LLC

    90 Medical Park Dr, 
    Lewisburg, PA 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vladimir Petorak is a Gastroenterologist in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Petorak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Danville, PA?

    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 Danville, PA?

    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 Danville, PA?

    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 Danville, PA?

    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 Danville, PA?

    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 Danville, PA?

    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 Danville, PA?

    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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