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    MediFind found 73 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near Redwood City, CA. Of these, 64 are Experienced and 9 are Advanced.

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    73 providers found
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery

      Stanford Hospital And Clinics

      965 High St, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Brooke Gurland is a General Surgeon in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Gurland is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Levator Syndrome, Pelvic Laparoscopy, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery

      Stanford Health Care

      500 Pasteur Dr, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Natalie Kirilcuk is a General Surgeon in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Kirilcuk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Stanford Health Care

      420 Broadway St, 
      Redwood City, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Leila Neshatian is a Gastroenterologist in Redwood City, California. Dr. Neshatian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Neurogenic Bowel, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Stanford Health Care

      420 Broadway St, 
      Redwood City, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Damanpreet Grewal is a Gastroenterologist in Redwood City, California. Dr. Grewal has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Bowel Incontinence, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      James D. Torosis
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Peninsula Gastroenterology Medical Group,Inc.

      2900 Whipple Ave, Ste 245, 
      Redwood City, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Greek
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Torosis is a native of Montreal, Canada and founded Peninsula Gastroenterology Medical Group in 1986. Dr. Torosis attended medical school and internship at McGill University in Montreal. In 1982 Dr. Torosis moved to California where he completed his internal medicine residency in San Diego. He attended Yale University for his fellowship in Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases. In 1986 at the completion of his fellowship, he moved to the Peninsula. Dr. Torosis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Vicky W. Yang
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Peninsula Gastroenterology Medical Group,Inc.

      2900 Whipple Ave, Ste 245, 
      Redwood City, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Patients are the customers and owners of their health. Doctors are providers of information, education and personalized services to the patients. While doctors are good sources of opinions and guidance, ultimately all decisions should come from well informed patients. Dr. Yang strongly believes the best medical care is delivered when the doctor is a knowledgeable and compassionate patient advocate which includes providing clear communication, recommending options that have sound scientific basis, and developing action plans that are customized and well organized. It is the patient-centric approach that has served Dr. Yang and her patients well over many years. Dr. Yang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastric Dysmotility, Indigestion, Portal Hypertension, and Colonoscopy.

      Daniel S. Rengstorff
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Peninsula Gastroenterology Medical Group,Inc.

      2900 Whipple Ave, Ste 245, 
      Redwood City, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      I strongly believe in providing compassionate, thorough and up to date medical treatment for all of my patients. I strive to be a good listener to determine the best diagnostic and therapeutic approach for each patient every time I see them in the office. Our entire team here at Peninsula Gastroenterology Medical Group does our best to ensure your visit will be pleasant and stress free! I look forward to meeting with you. Dr. Rengstorff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Cynthia W. Leung
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Peninsula Gastroenterology Medical Group,Inc.

      2900 Whipple Ave, Ste 245, 
      Redwood City, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Medicine is an integral and active partnership between patient and physician. I strive to provide care for all my patients with warmth, compassion, and patience. I value being thorough, straightforward, and practicing medicine at the forefront of technology and research. I look forward to being a part of my patient's healthcare team. Dr. Leung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Roger M. Kao
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Digestive Care Medical Center

      1000 Laurel St, 
      San Carlos, CA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      In his free time, Dr. Kao enjoys playing the piano, listening to live music, enjoying the outdoors and traveling to Italy. He and his wife, who were married in her hometown of Padova, Italy, also love to bike, run and enjoy the outdoors. Dr. Roger Kao is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and conversational medical Spanish and Italian. Dr. Kao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diarrhea, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Chiazotam Ekekezie is a Gastroenterologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Ekekezie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Tenesmus, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Bowel Incontinence, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrea Portocarrero is a Gastroenterologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Portocarrero is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Tenesmus, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Irene Sonu is a Gastroenterologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Sonu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology | Bariatric Medicine
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology | Bariatric Medicine

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Aaron Yeoh is a Gastroenterologist and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Yeoh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Tenesmus, Bacterial Gastroenteritis, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kian Keyashian is a Gastroenterologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Keyashian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Linda N. Geng
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Linda Geng is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Geng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Long Haul COVID, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Anosmia, and COVID-19.

      Erick Chan
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Palo Alto Medical Foundation

      Palo Alto, CA 
       (5.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Erick Chan is a Gastroenterologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Ulcerative Colitis, Visceromegaly, and Jaundice. Dr. Chan is currently accepting new patients.

      Dina M. Sverdlov
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      100 South Ellsworth Ave., Suite 208, 
      San Mateo, CA 
       (7.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dina Sverdlov is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Sverdlov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Diabetic Neuropathy, Vertigo, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Sverdlov is currently accepting new patients.

      Eugene Y. Lee
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Eugene Lee, MD

      100 S Ellsworth Ave, Ste 507, 
      San Mateo, CA 
       (7.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Our goal is to provide you with personalized medical care using the most current technology to diagnose and treat your medical problems. Emphasis is placed on disease prevention whenever possible. Should you need specialized treatment, a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are available. We will work with your primary care physician to help diagnose, treat, and heal. Dr. Lee 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.

      Anne Thai
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      1720 El Camino Real Care Center

      Burlingame, CA 
       (9.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Anne Thai is a Gastroenterologist in Burlingame, California. Dr. Thai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Portal Hypertension, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Thai is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Stanford Health Care

      450 Broadway St, 
      Redwood City, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Linda Nguyen is a Gastroenterologist in Redwood City, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Morning Sickness, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, and Colonoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 Redwood City, 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 Redwood City, 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 Redwood City, 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 Redwood City, 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 Redwood City, 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 Redwood City, 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 Redwood City, 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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