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    MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 45 are Experienced.

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    45 providers found
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9300 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ravinder Mittal is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mittal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Bowel Incontinence, Swallowing Difficulty, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9300 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lisa Parry is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Parry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

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      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Marque Medical Clinic, Inc.

      4085 Governor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nathan Kiskila is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Kiskila is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Lymphangitis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

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      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      La Jolla Gastroenterology Medical Group, Inc

      9850 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Edward Paredez is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Paredez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 930, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Frank Mayer is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mayer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Colitis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Monica Perlman MD Inc

      9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 320, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jamie Switzer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Switzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Oral Herpes, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Acute Cystitis.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      9888 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

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

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      9898 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 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.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      9896 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gordon Kim is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 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 
       (4.7 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 
       (4.7 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 
       (4.7 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.

      William J. Sandborn
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Sandborn is a Gastroenterologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Sandborn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      4340 Genesee Ave, Suite 207, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (5.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michelle Liske is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Liske is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, High Cholesterol, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

      2929 Health Ctr Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joshua Penfield is a Gastroenterologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Penfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Menetrier Disease, Bile Duct Obstruction, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation

      7901 Frost St, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mohammed Saadi is a Gastroenterologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Saadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Gastroparesis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

      2020 Genesee Ave, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sangeetha Murthy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Murthy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      San Diego Digestive Disease Consultants Inc A Medical Group

      8008 Frost St, Suite 200, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Lee is a Gastroenterologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      San Diego Digestive Disease Consultants Inc A Medical Group

      8008 Frost St, Suite 200, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Reza Khoshini is a Gastroenterologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Khoshini 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, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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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