The 20 Best Tenesmus Doctors Near Me in New Orleans, LA

Find the Top Tenesmus Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 120 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near New Orleans, LA. Of these, 109 are Experienced and 11 are Advanced.

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120 providers found
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    Office

    5341 Airline Dr Ste 130, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Clint Wilson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2400 Hospital Dr Ste 420, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Diana Lim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Lim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, High Cholesterol, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Lim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery
    Referral required

    WK Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery

    2551 Greenwood Rd Ste 310, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kamel Brakta is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Brakta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Brakta is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    WK Bossier Internal Medicine Diagnostic And Treatment Clinic

    2400 Hospital Dr Ste 420, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ariel Ton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Ton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Ton is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Our Lady Of The Lake Physician Group-360 Ortho Car

    70411 Highway 21, 
    Covington,, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kelly Renee-Finan is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Covington,, Louisiana. Dr. Renee-Finan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bowel Incontinence, Anal Cancer, Encopresis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Renee-Finan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 507, 
    Baton Rouge,, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Louis Ramsey-Barfield is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Baton Rouge,, Louisiana. Dr. Ramsey-Barfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Ramsey-Barfield is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 507, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nathan Philip-Hite is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Philip-Hite is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Proctitis, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Philip-Hite is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    WK North Laparoscopic Surgical Associates - North

    2751 Albert L Bicknell Dr Ste 3D, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Smith is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gangrene, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corporation

    7479 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Casey Carlisle is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Carlisle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Dr. Carlisle is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Larriviere is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Larriviere is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Larriviere is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Kenneth J. Champagne M.D. Apmc

    102 Drury Ln, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bradley Champagne is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Champagne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Levator Syndrome, Anorectal Abscess, Anal Fissure, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Champagne is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corporation

    7479 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Greeson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Greeson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Obesity in Children, and Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. Dr. Greeson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lara Falcon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Falcon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Falcon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    The Family Doctors

    8383 Millicent Way, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mary Eskander is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Eskander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Premature Ovarian Failure, Infertility, Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia, and Macroamylasemia. Dr. Eskander is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Monroe Surgical Hospital

    2408 Broadmoor Blvd, 
    Monroe, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Smith is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Monroe, Louisiana. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    7436 Bishop Ott Dr, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Patrick-Green is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Patrick-Green is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Patrick-Green is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Our Lady Of The Lake Physician Group LLC

    8119 Picardy Ave, Suite B, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bradley Meek is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Meek is rated as an Experienced 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 Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Meek is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Referral may be required

    Our Lady Of The Lake Physician Group Baton Rouge Colon Rectal Associates

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 206, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Katherine Carpenter-Crotwell is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Carpenter-Crotwell is rated as an Advanced 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 Tenesmus, Bowel Incontinence, Anal Fissure, and Encopresis. Dr. Carpenter-Crotwell is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Cauble is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Cauble is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Bowel Incontinence, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Cauble is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Boudreaux is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Boudreaux is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Boudreaux is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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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