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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near Encinitas, CA. Of these, 44 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    45 providers found
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Experienced in Tenesmus

      North Coast Family Medical Group

      Encinitas, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Christine Clotfelter is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Clotfelter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Genesis Healthcare Partners PC

      700 Garden View Ct, Suite 102, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Steven Dilauro is a Gastroenterologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Dilauro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Genesis Healthcare Partners PC

      700 Garden View Ct, Suite 102, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Adrianne Lajoie is a Gastroenterologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Lajoie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Genesis Healthcare Partners PC

      700 Garden View Ct, Suite 102, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Goldklang is a Gastroenterologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Goldklang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Diverticular Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Genesis Healthcare Partners PC

      700 Garden View Ct, Suite 102, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Janki Patel is a Gastroenterologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Naval Medical Center San Diego, 34800 Bob Wilson Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brett Sadowski is a Gastroenterologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Sadowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Proctitis, Colonoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Scripps Health

      3811 Valley Centre Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Benjamin Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Hepatic Hemangioma, Macroamylasemia, Vertigo, and Oral Herpes.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      225 E 2nd Ave, Suite 340, 
      Escondido, CA 
       (13.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Kadden is a Gastroenterologist in Escondido, California. Dr. Kadden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (10.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sajiv Chandradas is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Chandradas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Portal Hypertension, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 2nd Floor Sw209, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (10.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Behnam Moein is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Moein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Swallowing Difficulty.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (10.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John Kuldau is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kuldau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (10.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ali Fakhreddine is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Fakhreddine is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Beaver Medical Group P C

      145 Thunder Dr, 
      Vista, CA 
       (10.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Simona Pop is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Vista, California. Dr. Pop is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc

      3923 Waring Rd, Suite A, 
      Oceanside, CA 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Hellen Chiao is a Gastroenterologist in Oceanside, California. Dr. Chiao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Turcot Syndrome.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc

      3923 Waring Rd, Suite A, 
      Oceanside, CA 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Shim is a Gastroenterologist in Oceanside, California. Dr. Shim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc

      3923 Waring Rd, Suite A, 
      Oceanside, CA 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Javaid Shad is a Gastroenterologist in Oceanside, California. Dr. Shad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc

      3923 Waring Rd, Suite A, 
      Oceanside, CA 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Devereaux is a Gastroenterologist in Oceanside, California. Dr. Devereaux is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      2205 Vista Way, 
      Oceanside, CA 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gordon Liss is a Gastroenterologist in Oceanside, California. Dr. Liss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      2205 Vista Way, 
      Oceanside, CA 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mazer Ally is a Gastroenterologist in Oceanside, California. Dr. Ally is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Esophagitis, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      9898 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (11.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ahmad Mansour is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mansour is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Tenesmus?

      Tenesmus is the feeling that you need to pass stools, even though your bowels are already empty. It may involve straining, pain, and cramping.

      When should I see a Tenesmus doctor near Encinitas, CA?

      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 Tenesmus doctor near Encinitas, CA?

      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 Tenesmus doctors near Encinitas, CA?

      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 Tenesmus doctors near Encinitas, CA?

      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 Tenesmus doctor near Encinitas, CA?

      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 Tenesmus doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Tenesmus 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 Tenesmus doctor near Encinitas, CA?

      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 Tenesmus 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 Tenesmus 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 Tenesmus doctors near Encinitas, CA?

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

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