The 20 Best Short Bowel Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Cincinnati, OH

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The 20 Best Short Bowel Syndrome Doctors near Cincinnati, OH

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 35 doctor with experience in Short Bowel Syndrome near Cincinnati, OH. Of these, 28 are Experienced, 4 are Distinguished, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Wales is a Pediatric Surgeon in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Wales is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Atresia of Small Intestine, Gastroschisis, Gastrostomy, and Liver Transplant.

    George M. Kerlakian
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    TriHealth Group Health - Good Samaritan Campus

    379 Dixmyth Avenue, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    George Kerlakian is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Kerlakian has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Malabsorption, Gastrostomy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Kerlakian is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Kocoshis is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Kocoshis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastroschisis, Atresia of Small Intestine, Liver Transplant, and Gastrostomy.

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    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Conrad Cole is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Cole is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastroschisis, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephanie Oliveira is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Oliveira is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastroschisis, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Total Intestinal Aganglionosis.

    Katherine M. Meister
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    TriHealth Group Health - General Surgery - Good Samaritan Campus

    379 Dixmyth Avenue, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    A Cincinnati native who always had a love of math and science, Dr. Katherine Meister was exposed to medicine at an early age through her mother, a nurse. She enjoys developing relationships with her patients and was drawn to practice bariatric surgery as it provided opportunities to use her surgical expertise while also sharing the long-term journey with her patients.Dr. Meister is a fellowship trained surgeon with a specialty focus in bariatric surgery. She works closely with patients to foster a welcoming, supportive and healing environment. Through surgical procedures she can help patients return to doing the things they love to do while also helping alleviate co-morbidities with other disease states. She advises patients to view obesity no different than other chronic diseases. And because of that, she stresses the importance of sticking with the program and scheduling regular follow up visits with your physician to ensure the disease is properly maintained.Beyond the surgical aspect of her role, Dr. Meister treats the patient as a whole person and works with a multi-disciplinary team of providers on nutritional and psychological aspects of patient treatment plans. Her greatest pride as a physician is witnessing her patients' post-surgical success stories and seeing them enjoying life again. Dr. Meister is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Obesity, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Helmrath is a Pediatric Surgeon in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Helmrath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gastroschisis, Obesity, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Gastric Bypass, and Appendectomy.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Palliative Medicine

    Office

    2123 Auburn Ave Ste 235, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eunsong Park is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top area of expertise is Short Bowel Syndrome.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    Thoma & Sutton EyeCare Professionals LLC

    222 Piedmont Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Schoch is a Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Schoch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    3333 Burnet Ave # 2023, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Alonso is a Pediatric Surgeon in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Alonso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Biliary Atresia, Gastroschisis, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Office

    3333 Burnet Ave # 2010, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kahleb Graham is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Graham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Musculocontractural Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (mcEDS), Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allison Ta is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Ta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Fecal Impaction, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and Delayed Growth.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Pentiuk is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Pentiuk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Delayed Growth, Jacobsen Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ana Arce is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Arce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome, Delayed Growth, Hirschsprung Disease, and Total Intestinal Aganglionosis.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Orkin is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Orkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Malnutrition, Delayed Growth, and Eosinophilic Esophagitis.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marialena Mouzaki is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Mouzaki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Malnutrition, Obesity in Children, Colonoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Phillip Minar is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Minar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, and Childhood Pancreatitis.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Mallon is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Mallon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Malabsorption, Crohn's Disease, Delayed Growth, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Palermo is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Palermo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Childhood Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, and Celiac Disease.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Rosen is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Rosen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Biliary Atresia.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Short Bowel Syndrome?

    Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result.

    When should I see a Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near Cincinnati, OH?

    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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near Cincinnati, OH?

    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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctors near Cincinnati, OH?

    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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctors near Cincinnati, OH?

    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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near Cincinnati, OH?

    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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near Cincinnati, OH?

    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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctors near Cincinnati, OH?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Short Bowel Syndrome 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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