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    MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near Albany, NY. Of these, 20 are Experienced.

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      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Albany Medical College

      43 New Scotland Ave, 
      Albany, NY 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Asma Arif is a Gastroenterologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Arif is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Albany Medical College

      47 New Scotland Ave, 
      Albany, NY 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Seth Richter is a Gastroenterologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Richter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Crohn's Disease, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      Albany Medical College

      47 New Scotland Ave, 
      Albany, NY 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jill Genua is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Albany, New York. Dr. Genua is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Diverticular Disease, Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

      Albany Medical College

      50 New Scotland Ave, 
      Albany, NY 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Edward Lee is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Albany, New York. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Diverticular Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

      Albany Medical College

      50 New Scotland Ave, 
      Albany, NY 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Valerian is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Albany, New York. Dr. Valerian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Genital Warts, Crohn's Disease, Diverticular Disease, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      St. Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates, P.C.

      315 S Manning Blvd, 
      Albany, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Brian Steckel is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Albany, New York. Dr. Steckel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteral Reconstruction.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Experienced in Tenesmus

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      101 Jordan Rd, Suite 104, 
      Troy, NY 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Christina Spaulding is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Troy, New York. Dr. Spaulding is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Vitamin D Deficiency, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Obesity.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      250 Delaware Ave, Suite 100, 
      Delmar, NY 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniil Niyazov is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Delmar, New York. Dr. Niyazov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hyperhidrosis, Macroamylasemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      35 Empire State Blvd, 
      Castleton, NY 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aaron Quidort is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Castleton, New York. Dr. Quidort is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Insomnia.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      711 Troy Schenectady Rd, Suite 114, 
      Latham, NY 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Arbind Kumar is a Gastroenterologist in Latham, New York. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      711 Troy Schenectady Rd, 
      Latham, NY 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Susan Dorsey is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Latham, New York. Dr. Dorsey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Infant Hyperglycemia, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      711 Troy Schenectady Rd, Suite 203, 
      Latham, NY 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lisa Thorn is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Latham, New York. Dr. Thorn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      713 Troy Schenectady Rd, Suite 224, 
      Latham, NY 
       (7.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Holly Cleney is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Latham, New York. Dr. Cleney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and High Cholesterol.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Experienced in Tenesmus

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      501 New Karner Rd, 
      Albany, NY 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephanie Ferrigan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Albany, New York. Dr. Ferrigan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Tenesmus, High Cholesterol, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, and Alopecia Areata.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      6 Wellness Way, 
      Latham, NY 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephen Sipperly is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Latham, New York. Dr. Sipperly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Obesity in Children.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      6 Wellness Way, Suite 201, 
      Latham, NY 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nita Parikh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Latham, New York. Dr. Parikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Schenectady Family Health Services Inc

      1044 State St, 
      Schenectady, NY 
       (13.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Keara Sease is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Sease has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Papular Urticaria, Obesity, Obesity in Children, Vaginal Cysts, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Schenectady Family Health Services Inc

      1044 State St, 
      Schenectady, NY 
       (13.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cristine Espinosa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Espinosa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Schizoaffective Disorder, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Sciatica.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      2125 River Rd, Suite 202, 
      Schenectady, NY 
       (14.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Fusella is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Fusella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Community Care Physicians PLLC

      1201 Nott St, Suite 102, 
      Schenectady, NY 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cindy Chan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, High Cholesterol, Renovascular Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis.

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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 Albany, NY?

      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 Albany, NY?

      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 Albany, NY?

      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 Albany, NY?

      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 Albany, NY?

      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 Albany, NY?

      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 Albany, NY?

      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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