The 20 Best Tenesmus Doctors Near Me in Brighton, MI

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near Brighton, MI. Of these, 17 are Experienced.

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    Gifty Kwakye
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 2, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gifty Kwakye, MD, MPH, is the Arthur W. Fleming, M.D. Research Professor and a Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Colorectal Surgery. She graduated from Yale University with a BSc degree in both Biology and Psychology. She received her medical degree from Yale University in 2010 and holds a Master’s in Public Health from Johns Hopkins. She completed her general surgery residency at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School in 2017 and colorectal surgery fellowship at the University of Minnesota in 2018. Dr Kwakye joined the faculty at the University of Michigan in 2018.As a resident she received multiple awards including the Robert T. Osteen and the Partners Health System Medical Education awards for excellence in teaching. Her passion for global health was also recognized with a Global Health Scholarship award from Johns Hopkins during her public health training. Dr. Kwakye is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Caitlin Peirce
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Brighton Health Center

    8001 Challis Rd, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Peirce graduated from Hope College and then attended the University of Michigan Medical School. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Wisconsin in Madison and then served as the Primary Care Chief Resident. She is interested in preventive health care, women’s health, and medical student and resident education. She enjoys hiking, kayaking, and spending time with family, friends, and her dog. Dr. Peirce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sciatica, Obesity, and Obesity in Children.

    Matthew B. Sturm
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 2, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy guitar playing and family tripsPeer-reviewed Publications 1) Ojima I, Borella CP, Wu X, Bounaud P-Y, Fumero C, Sturm M, Miller ML, Chakravarty S, Chen J, Huang Q, Pera P, Brooks TA, Baer MR, and Bernacki RJ. Design, synthesis and structure-activity relationships of novel taxane-based multidrug resistance reversal agents. Journal of Medicinal Chemistry. 2005 Mar; 48(6): 2218-2228.PMID:15771464.2) Sturm MB, Roday S, and Schramm VL. Circular DNA and DNA/RNA hybrid molecules as scaffolds for ricin inhibitor design. Journal of the American Chemical Society. 2007 May; 129(17): 5544-5550. PMID: 17417841.3) Roday S, Sturm MB, Blakaj D, and Schramm VL. Detection of an abasic site in RNA with stem-loop DNA beacons: application to an activity assay for Ricin Toxin A-Chain. Journal of Biochemical and Biophyscial Methods. 2008 Apr; 70(6): 945-953. PMID: 18276012.4) Sturm MB, and Schramm VL. Detecting ricin: sensitive luminescent assay for ricin A-chain ribosome depurination kinetics. Analytical Chemistry. 2009 Apr; 81(8): 2847-2853 PMID: 19364139.5) Sturm MB, Tyler PC, Evans GB, and Schramm VL. Transition state analogues rescue ribosomes from saporin-L1 ribosome inactivating protein. Biochemistry. 2009 Oct; 48(41): 9941-9948. PMID: 19764816.6) Ho MC, Sturm MB, Almo SC, and Schramm VL. Transition state analogues in structures of ricin and saporin ribosome-inactivating proteins. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. 2009 Dec; 106(48): 20276-20281.PMID: 19920175.7) Sturm MB, Joshi BP, Lu S, Piraka C, Khondee S, Elmunzer BJ, Kwon RS, Beer DG, Appelman H, Turgeon DK, Wang TD, Targeted imaging of esophageal neoplasia with a fluorescently labeled peptide: First-in-human results. Science Translational Medicine. 2013, 5, 184. PMID: 23658246 8) Sturm MB, Piraka C, Elmunzer BJ, Kwon RS, Joshi BP, Appelman HD, Turgeon DK, Wang TD. In vivo molecular imaging of Barrett's esophagus with confocal laser endomicroscopy. Gastroenterology. 2013 Jul;145 (1):56-8, PMID: 236849439) Yaun H, Du Q, Sturm MB, Schramm VL. Soapwort Saporin L3 Expression in Yeast, Mutagenesis, and RNA Substrate Specificity. Biochemistry. 2015, 54, 29, 4565-74. PMID 26091305 10) Xiaowen Ma, Xiaoyu Kang, Lei He, Jiming Zhou, Juan Zhou, Matthew B. Sturm, David G. Beer, Rork Kuick, Derek J. Nancarrow, Henry D. Appelman, Zhijun Pang, Weina Li, Cun Zhang, Wei Zhang, Yingqi Zhang. Dr. Sturm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colitis, Colonic Malakoplakia, Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy.

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    Shrinivas Bishu
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 2, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Shrinivas Bishu received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and a medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He completed internal medicine residency at the University of Kentucky, and a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. In addition to clinical training, Dr. Bishu has extensive expertise in immunology and has completed basic science post-doctoral fellowships at the National Institutes of Health, and the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Bishu’s research focuses on understanding the underlying immunology of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, the microbiota-disease interactions, and in the mechanisms of immune therapies. He is clinically interested in patients that have active endoscopic disease despite optimized anti-TNF therapy who may be candidates for new and investigational immune therapies. Dr. Bishu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Allen A. Lee
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 2, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Allen Lee is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Mary P. Mortell
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 2, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Mortell is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Mortell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Lactose Intolerance, Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Kelly C. Cushing
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 2, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kelly Cushing is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Cushing is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Cholangitis, and Appendectomy.

    Danielle K. Turgeon
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 2, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Turgeon received her medical degree from the University of Rochester in New York and her internal medicine residency at Strong Memorial Hospital at the University of Rochester. She also completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at the U-M Medical Center. Her special research interests include colon cancer, chemoprevention, drug metabolism and P450 enzymes. She performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. Dr. Turgeon is married and has two adult children. Dr. Turgeon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Joy W. Chang
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 2, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joy Chang, MD, MS is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She received her undergraduate degree from Georgetown University and her medical degree from the University of Maryland. After completing her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, she came to the University of Michigan and completed her gastroenterology and esophageal fellowship training, during which she also received a Master’s degree in Health and Healthcare Research from the University of Michigan. She specializes in caring for patients with eosinophilic GI diseases and is a member of the Esophageal Diseases Program at the University of Michigan. Her research interests focuses on patient and physician preferences and decision making in EoE care. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Peter F. Ehrlich
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1 Level 2, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Ehrlich earned his medical degree from University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine and completed his General Surgery residency at the University of Toronto. In addition, he completed a Master of Science in Molecular Pathology from the Institute of Medical Sciences at the University of Toronto and completed a fellowship in Pediatric Surgery at Children's National Medical Center in Washington DC. After completing his fellowship Dr Ehrlich spent 5 years at West Virginia University Children’s Hospital as the director of pediatric surgery. He came to Ann Arbor in 2003 and is currently a Professor of Surgery in pediatric general surgery. Dr. Ehrlich serves as the Director of the Pediatric Trauma and is a member of the Solid Tumor Oncology Program at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital at the University of Michigan.Clinical Specialization:Dr. Ehrlich is extremely active in the Children’s Oncology Group serving as a surgical principal investigator on the renal tumor committee as well as the scientific council. He is world renowned for his work with Wilms Tumor. Dr. Ehrlich is board certified in Pediatric Surgery and General Surgery and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Ehrlich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Hirschsprung Disease, Encopresis, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, Nephrectomy, and Oophorectomy.

    Gregory Piech
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 2, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Piech, MD, MPH is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan. Dr. Piech earned his bachelor's degree at The Pennsylvania State University. He went on to obtain a master's degree in public health from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston prior to completing medical school at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. He undertook his internal medicine residency at George Washington University in Washington, DC, and then moved back to Philadelphia to complete his gastroenterology fellowship at Temple University. Dr. Piech is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Hiccups, Hemorrhoids, Colitis, and Endoscopy.

    Jeffrey A. Berinstein
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 2, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Berinstein MD, MSc is a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Michigan. He specializes in caring for patients with inflammatory bowel disease and is a member of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program at the University of Michigan.Dr. Berinstein earned his Bachelor Degree in Biologic at McMaster University (Hamilton, Ontario, Canada). He earned his Medical Degree at the Technion- Israel Institute of Technology (Haifa, Israel). He completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor).His research focuses on inflammatory bowel disease, which includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. He is specifically interested in 1) improving access to high-cost speciality medications and healthcare services, 2) the effect of out-of-pocket costs, high-deductible health plans, and insurance type on medication access, adherence, and outcomes for patients with inflammatory bowel disease, and 3) developing optimal management strategies for patients admitted to the hospital with acute severe ulcerative colitis. Dr. Berinstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Stent Placement.

    Jessica L. Hoffman
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics

    Brighton Health Center

    8001 Challis Road, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hoffman received her medical degree from Duke University and completed her Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency training at the University of Michigan. Her clinical interests include primary care and preventative medicine for all ages, mental health, obesity prevention and management, and health equity. She also has a special interest in breastfeeding medicine and is a certified lactation counselor. In her free time, she enjoys running, baking, traveling to visit family in the south and Midwest, and spending time with her husband, daughter, and dog. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Hyperhidrosis, and Obesity in Children.

    Annissa J. Hammoud
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Health Center

    8001 Challis Road, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Annissa Hammoud is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Hammoud is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Vertigo, and Cleft Tongue.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 2, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Margaret Blayney is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Blayney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Regents Of The University Of Michigan

    7500 Challis Rd, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anita Sharma is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Celiac Disease, Delayed Growth, Bowel Incontinence, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    Back And Pain Center At Dexter Health Center

    7300 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd Ste 110, 
    Dexter, MI 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cheryl Lamore is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dexter, Michigan. Dr. Lamore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Obesity in Children, Hyperhidrosis, and Candida Infection of the Skin.

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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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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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