The 20 Best Tenesmus Doctors Near Me in Douglasville, GA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near Douglasville, GA. Of these, 9 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    GI Specialists Of Georgia

    6002 Professional Pkwy, 
    Douglasville, GA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shawn Chaudhary is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Chaudhary is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Swallowing Difficulty, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    GI Specialists Of Georgia

    6002 Professional Pkwy Ste 200, 
    Douglasville, GA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kunjal Gandhi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Gandhi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Morning Sickness, Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Urgent Care-Douglasville

    2976 Chapel Hill Rd, 
    Douglasville, GA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Theron Thompson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 95 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, and Otitis.

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    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    GI Specialists Of Georgia

    6002 Professional Pkwy Ste 200, 
    Douglasville, GA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anish Desai is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    GI Specialists Of Georgia

    6002 Professional Pkwy Ste 200, 
    Douglasville, GA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anuj Manocha is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Manocha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    GI Specialists Of Georgia

    148 Bill Carruth Pkwy Ste 200, 
    Hiram, GA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Judy Oh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hiram, Georgia. Dr. Oh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    Primary Care

    4250 Brownsville Rd, 
    Powder Springs, GA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Christa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Powder Springs, Georgia. Dr. Christa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Potassium Level, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    GI Specialists Of Georgia

    148 Bill Carruth Pkwy Ste 200, 
    Hiram, GA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Grupka is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hiram, Georgia. Dr. Grupka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Opioid Induced Constipation, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology

    3825 Medical Park Dr Ste 100, 
    Austell, GA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Lafontaine is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Lafontaine is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    3825 Medical Park Dr, Suite 300, 
    Austell, GA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jasmine Jeffers is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Austell, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 39 years. Dr. Jeffers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Eosinophilic Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Jeffers is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1993.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Medical Park Drive

    3820 Medical Park Drive, Suite 1100, 
    Austell, GA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philicia Andrews, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the Medical Association of Georgia. She has practiced medicine in Atlanta for over 20 years and currently serves as one of the Regional Medical Directors of Piedmont.Dr. Andrews earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Georgia and her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. She completed her residency at Georgia Baptist Medical Center in 1999, and received her Executive MBA from Kennesaw State University in 2003.Dr. Andrews has many interests in medicine. She is especially interested in preventative medicine, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and women's health. Dr. Andrews' philosophy on medicine is that a patient should feel comfortable with his or her physician and feel free to ask questions. She believes strongly in open communication between the patient and the physician.Dr. Andrews welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Andrews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Andrews is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Acorn Internal Medicine

    11090 Serenbe Lane, Suite 320, 
    Chattahoochee, GA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samer Blackmon, MD is co-owner of Acorn to Oak Health (ATO), a membership-based Internal Medicine and Pediatric practice. ATO is a proud member of the Piedmont Clinic. Dr. Blackmon is a graduate of the Honors Program in Medicine from the University of Miami. She completed her residency at Emory Univesity. Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Dr. Blackmon specializes in caring for medically complex adults, with expertise and love for geriatrics. Prior to ATO, she worked in both Primary Care and Academic settings.With over 20 years of experience and a passion for relationship-driven medicine, Dr. Blackmon strives to deliver care that goes beyond treating symptoms. She believes in the power of preventive health, focusing on your total well-being including fitness, nutrition, and cognitive/emotional health.Outside of work, Dr. Blackmon enjoys spending time with her husband and two young sons; gardening, traveling, and reading. She values community connections and enjoys engaging with friends and neighbors.Dr. Blackmon is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans, medicaid is not accepted at this time. Dr. Blackmon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Blackmon is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Blackmon is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Douglasville, GA?

    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 Douglasville, GA?

    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 Douglasville, GA?

    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 Douglasville, GA?

    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 Douglasville, GA?

    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 Douglasville, GA?

    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 Douglasville, GA?

    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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