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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 116 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near Philadelphia, PA. Of these, 100 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    116 providers found
      Gary R. Lichtenstein
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Perelman Center For Advanced Medicine South Pavilion

      3400 Civic Center Boulevard, 4th Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Gary Lichtenstein is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lichtenstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lichtenstein is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery

      Main Line Healthcare

      130 S Bryn Mawr Ave, 
      Bryn Mawr, PA 
       (9.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jennifer Denne is a General Surgeon in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Dr. Denne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      University Of Penn-Medical Group

      800 Walnut Street 20th Floor, Thoracic Surg W Wash Sq, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nicole Saur is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Saur is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Genital Warts, Tenesmus, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

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      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      1015 Chestnut Street Suite 601, Nemours Childrens Clinic, Philadelphia, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sheeja Abraham is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Abraham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants, Celiac Disease, and Encopresis.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Penn Gastroenterology Pennsylvania Hospital

      719 Manning St, Farm Journal Building, 4th Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Manoj Shirodkar is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shirodkar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Tenesmus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Shirodkar is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Penn Gastroenterology Pennsylvania Hospital

      719 Manning St, Farm Journal Building, 4th Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Immanuel Ho is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ho is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ho is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Temple Physicians Inc

      2301 E Allegheny Ave, 190b, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nancy Graboyes is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Graboyes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Tenesmus, Helicobacter Pylori Infection, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Pediatrics

      Stc Pediatrics LLC

      160 E Erie Ave, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Khadija Toor is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Toor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Delayed Growth, Lactose Intolerance, Tenesmus, and Encopresis.

      Distinguished in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Oleg Volchonok, Md, PC

      1060 N Kings Hwy, Suite 113, 
      Cherry Hill, NJ 
       (8.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Oleg Volchonok is a Gastroenterologist in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Dr. Volchonok is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Tenesmus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Anemia, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Jefferson University Physicians

      132 S 10th St, 480 Main Building, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Dimarino is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dimarino 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), Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery

      Penn Colon And Rectal Surgery Washington Square

      800 Walnut Street, 20th Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Joshua Bleier is a Colorectal Surgeon in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bleier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Rectal Prolapse, Colostomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Bleier is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Penn Personalized Care - Lori Noble, MD

      800 Walnut Street, 17th Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lori Noble is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Noble is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Tennis Elbow, and Hypertension. Dr. Noble is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Internal Medicine

      Ninth Street Internal Medicine Associates Ltd

      805 Locust St, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michelle Flynn is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Flynn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Penn Gastroenterology Pennsylvania Hospital

      719 Manning St, Farm Journal Building, 4th Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Frederick Nunes is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nunes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Nunes is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Penn Gastroenterology Pennsylvania Hospital

      719 Manning St, Farm Journal Building, 4th Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Farzana Hossain is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hossain 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. Dr. Hossain is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery

      Penn Colon And Rectal Surgery Perelman

      3400 Civic Center Boulevard, West Pavilion, 4th Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Najjia Mahmoud is a Colorectal Surgeon in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mahmoud is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Mahmoud is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Penn Gastroenterology Perelman

      3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 4th Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nitin Ahuja is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ahuja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Gastroparesis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Ahuja is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      3400 Civic Center Blvd, University Of Pennsylvania Gastroenterology Division, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Caroline Kerner is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kerner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Pediatrics | Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Pediatrics | Gastroenterology
      34th St. & Civic Center Blvd, Division Of Gastroenterology, Hepatology And Nutrition, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jamie Merves is a Pediatrics specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Merves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Short Bowel Syndrome, and Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
      3401 Civic Center Blvd, Department Of Pediatric Gastroenterology, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ronen Stein is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Stein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, and Ulcerative Colitis.

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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 Philadelphia, PA?

      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 Philadelphia, PA?

      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 Philadelphia, PA?

      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 Philadelphia, PA?

      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 Philadelphia, PA?

      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 Philadelphia, PA?

      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 Philadelphia, PA?

      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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