The 20 Best Tenesmus Doctors Near Me in Towson, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 37 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near Towson, MD. Of these, 32 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Mark Lazarev
    Gastroenterology
    Gastroenterology

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    2360 West Joppa Road, Joppa Concourse STE 205, Joppa Concourse STE 205, 
    Lutherville, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lazarev joined Johns Hopkins from the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York, where he completed the Present-Levison advanced inflammatory bowel disease fellowship. A specialist in the diagnosis and management of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, Dr. Lazarev has published numerous peer-reviewed articles, abstracts and chapters. Dr. Lazarev is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Ernest Tsao
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Woodholme Gastroenterology Assoc PA

    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ernest Tsao is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Tsao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Hepatitis C, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Goldberg Rosenstein Khan & Forman M.D.PA.

    7505 Osler Dr Ste 502, 
    Towson, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Forman is a Gastroenterologist in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Forman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Goldberg Rosenstein Khan & Forman M.D.PA.

    7505 Osler Dr Ste 502, 
    Towson, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amin Khan is a Gastroenterologist in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Khan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Woodholme Gastroenterology Assoc PA

    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Arjun Vaid is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Vaid is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Hiccups, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Eric B. Blum
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Woodholme Gastroenterology Assoc PA

    1838 Greene Tree Road, Suite 400, Suite 400, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Blum is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Blum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Agazi G. Gebreselassie
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Hospital Medicine

    Woodholme Gastroenterology Assoc PA

    1838 Greene Tree Road, Suite 400, Suite 400, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Amharic, Tigrinya

    Agazi Gebreselassie is a Gastroenterologist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Gebreselassie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Macroamylasemia, Portal Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Kenolisa C. Onwueme
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Hospital Medicine

    Woodholme Gastroenterology Assoc PA

    1838 Greene Tree Road, Suite 400, Suite 400, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Igbo, Spanish

    Dr. Onwueme graduated with Distinction from Yale University with dual BSc/MSc degrees in chemistry and received MD and PhD degrees from Weill Cornell Medical College. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (Clinical Fellow Harvard Medical School) and his Gastroenterology fellowship at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is currently the Director of clinical trials at Woodholme Gastroenterology and has an ardent interest in the role of microbial metabolites in gut diseases. Dr. Onwueme prizes commitment to quality and compassionate patient care to which he devotes his practice. He has expert knowledge in gut microbiology and a special interest in diarrheal diseases, disordered gut motility, autoimmune and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Onwueme is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Diverticular Disease, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Steven H. Epstein
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Woodholme Gastroenterology Assoc PA

    1838 Greene Tree Road, Suite 400, Suite 400, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Epstein is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Epstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Loc T. Le
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Woodholme Gastroenterology Associates

    1838 Greene Tree Road, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese

    Loc Le is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Barrett Esophagus, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Goldberg Rosenstein Khan & Forman M.D.PA.

    7505 Osler Dr Ste 502, 
    Towson, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jamie Walters is an Internal Medicine provider in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Walters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    6565 N Charles St Ste 512, 
    Towson, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vijay Adimoolam is a Gastroenterologist in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Adimoolam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Towson Gastroenterology Associates LLC

    6565 N Charles St Ste 512, 
    Towson, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zilla Hussain is a Gastroenterologist in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Hussain has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diarrhea, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    6565 N Charles St Ste 512, 
    Towson, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Asike is a Gastroenterologist in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Asike is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Goldberg Rosenstein Khan & Forman M.D.PA.

    7505 Osler Dr Ste 502, 
    Towson, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Rosenstein is a Gastroenterologist in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Rosenstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn's Disease, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    7505 Osler Dr Ste 306, 
    Towson, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Herlihy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Herlihy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    MNR Industries LLC

    1641 E Joppa Rd, 
    Towson, MD 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Norman Balog is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Balog is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Tracheitis, Otitis, and Peptic Ulcer.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    10755 Falls Rd Ste 200, 
    Lutherville Timonium, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Belitsos is a Gastroenterologist in Lutherville Timonium, Maryland. Dr. Belitsos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Collagenous Colitis, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Colitis, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery

    Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore, Inc

    2435 W Belvedere Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gary Hamamoto is a General Surgeon in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Hamamoto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Hamamoto is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center And Hospital

    2434 W Belvedere Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lijun Zhou is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Zhou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Vascular Dementia, Myelitis, Alzheimer's Disease, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

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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 Towson, MD?

    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 Towson, MD?

    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 Towson, MD?

    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 Towson, MD?

    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 Towson, MD?

    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 Towson, MD?

    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 Towson, MD?

    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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