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    MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near Lexington, KY. Of these, 18 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    19 providers found
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery

      Colorectal Surgical And Gastroenterology Associates Psc

      2620 Wilhite Dr, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Bruce Belin is a Colorectal Surgeon in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Belin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Kentucky Medical Services Foundation, Inc

      740 S Limestone St, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Donald Rauh is a Gastroenterologist in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Rauh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Visceromegaly, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      800 Rose St, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sarah Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Gastrointestinal Perforation.

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      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Baptist Health Medical Group Inc

      1740 Nicholasville Rd, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Brunner is a Gastroenterologist in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Brunner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Intestinal Cancer, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Baptist Health Medical Group Inc

      2101 Nicholasville Rd, Suite 304, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brenda Coleman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Coleman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Coleman is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Baptist Health Medical Group Inc

      2108 Nicholasville Rd, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kelli Albrecht is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Albrecht is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Albrecht is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Baptist Health Medical Group Inc

      2108 Nicholasville Rd, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nicole Douthat is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Douthat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypopituitarism, Obesity, Oral Herpes, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Dr. Douthat is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Kentucky Medical Services Foundation, Inc

      100 Greatstone Pt, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Deborah Flomenhoft is a Gastroenterologist in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Flomenhoft is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Colorectal Surgical And Gastroenterology Associates Psc

      2620 Wilhite Dr, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephen Schindler is a Gastroenterologist in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Schindler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery

      Colorectal Surgical And Gastroenterology Associates Psc

      2620 Wilhite Dr, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Papp is a Colorectal Surgeon in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Papp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Diverticular Disease, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery

      Colorectal Surgical And Gastroenterology Associates Psc

      2620 Wilhite Dr, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jennifer Rea is a Colorectal Surgeon in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Rea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Colorectal Surgical And Gastroenterology Associates Psc

      2620 Wilhite Dr, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nathan Massey is a Gastroenterologist in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Massey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery
      2620 Wilhite Dr, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Svetich is a Colorectal Surgeon in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Svetich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Crohn's Disease, Proctitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery

      Colorectal Surgical And Gastroenterology Associates Psc

      2620 Wilhite Dr, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Frank Rutigliano is a Colorectal Surgeon in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Rutigliano has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Diverticular Disease, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, and Hemorrhoids.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery

      Baptist Health Medical Group Inc

      4071 Tates Creek Centre Dr, Suite 202, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kristin Moore is a General Surgeon in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Moore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Moore is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Baptist Health Medical Group Inc

      4071 Tates Creek Centre Dr, Suite 202, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Adalberto Castellanos is a Gastroenterologist in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Castellanos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Kentucky Orthopedic Rehabilitation LLC

      101 N Eagle Creek Dr, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Earl Robbins is a Gastroenterologist in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Robbins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Diarrhea, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Baptist Health Medical Group Inc

      2801 Palumbo Dr, Suite 200, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Courtney Schnieders is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Schnieders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Schnieders is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Family Practice Associates Of Lexington PSC

      1775 Alysheba Way, Suite 201, 
      Lexington, KY 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John Reesor is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Reesor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

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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 Lexington, KY?

      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 Lexington, KY?

      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 Lexington, KY?

      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 Lexington, KY?

      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 Lexington, KY?

      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 Lexington, KY?

      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 Lexington, KY?

      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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