The 20 Best Ulcerative Colitis Doctors Near Me in Saitama, 11

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 43 doctor with experience in Ulcerative Colitis near Saitama, 11. Of these, 38 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis

    Ken Takeuchi
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis

    Ken Takeuchi
    Kashiwanoha, JP 
     (12.8 km away)

    Ken Takeuchi practices practicing medicine in Kashiwanoha, Japan. Mr. Takeuchi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Mariko Negi
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Mariko Negi
    Soka, JP 
     (2.8 km away)

    Mariko Negi practices practicing medicine in Soka, Japan. Ms. Negi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Artery Ischemia, Cushing's syndrome due to Adrenal Tumor, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Tsunehito Yauchi
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Tsunehito Yauchi
    Soka, JP 
     (2.8 km away)

    Tsunehito Yauchi practices practicing medicine in Soka, Japan. Yauchi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Their clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Artery Ischemia, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Rikisaburo Sahara
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Rikisaburo Sahara
    Nishiarai, JP 
     (6.4 km away)

    Rikisaburo Sahara practices practicing medicine in Nishiarai, Japan. Sahara is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Their clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Fistula, Lymphangitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Crohn's Disease.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yasumi Katayama
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yasumi Katayama
    Koshigaya, JP 
     (7.9 km away)

    Yasumi Katayama practices practicing medicine in Koshigaya, Japan. Katayama is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cavernous Lymphangioma, Plasmacytoma, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Toshikuni Suda
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Toshikuni Suda
    Koshigaya, JP 
     (7.9 km away)

    Toshikuni Suda practices practicing medicine in Koshigaya, Japan. Suda is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, and Ulcerative Colitis.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Masaya Tamano
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Masaya Tamano
    Koshigaya, JP 
     (7.9 km away)

    Masaya Tamano practices practicing medicine in Koshigaya, Japan. Mr. Tamano is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cavernous Lymphangioma, Jaundice, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Shinichi Sameshima
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Shinichi Sameshima
    Koshigaya, JP 
     (7.9 km away)

    Shinichi Sameshima practices practicing medicine in Koshigaya, Japan. Mr. Sameshima is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibromatosis, Colorectal Cancer, Desmoid Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Takeshi Shin
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Takeshi Shin
    Koshigaya, JP 
     (7.9 km away)

    Takeshi Shin practices practicing medicine in Koshigaya, Japan. Mr. Shin is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, and Infertility.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Koichi Soga
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Koichi Soga
    Koshigaya, JP 
     (7.9 km away)

    Koichi Soga practices practicing medicine in Koshigaya, Japan. Mr. Soga is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Perforation, Jaundice, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Osamu Yokosuka
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Osamu Yokosuka
    Matsudo, JP 
     (8.4 km away)

    Osamu Yokosuka practices practicing medicine in Matsudo, Japan. Mr. Yokosuka is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Kazushige Kawai
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Kazushige Kawai
    Honkomagome, JP 
     (12.8 km away)

    Kazushige Kawai practices practicing medicine in Honkomagome, Japan. Kawai is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. They are also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Tatsu Shimoyama
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Tatsu Shimoyama
    Honkomagome, JP 
     (12.8 km away)

    Tatsu Shimoyama practices practicing medicine in Honkomagome, Japan. Mr. Shimoyama is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Shigeo Koido
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Shigeo Koido
    Kashiwa, JP 
     (14.0 km away)

    Shigeo Koido practices practicing medicine in Kashiwa, Japan. Mr. Koido is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Wilms Tumor, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Kan Uchiyama
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Kan Uchiyama
    Kashiwa, JP 
     (14.0 km away)

    Kan Uchiyama practices practicing medicine in Kashiwa, Japan. Mr. Uchiyama is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Viral Gastroenteritis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yujiro Ito
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yujiro Ito
    Matsudo, JP 
     (8.4 km away)

    Yujiro Ito practices practicing medicine in Matsudo, Japan. Ito is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Lung Metastases, Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yoshinori Arai
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yoshinori Arai
    Aoto, JP 
     (8.8 km away)

    Yoshinori Arai practices practicing medicine in Aoto, Japan. Mr. Arai is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Masahiro Ikegami
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Masahiro Ikegami
    Aoto, JP 
     (8.8 km away)

    Masahiro Ikegami practices practicing medicine in Aoto, Japan. Mr. Ikegami is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Hemangiopericytoma, Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Tatsuya Nakada
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Tatsuya Nakada
    Aoto, JP 
     (8.8 km away)

    Tatsuya Nakada practices practicing medicine in Aoto, Japan. Mr. Nakada is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Peptic Ulcer, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Takuya Yamada
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Takuya Yamada
    Itabashi, JP 
     (13.3 km away)

    Takuya Yamada practices practicing medicine in Itabashi, Japan. Mr. Yamada is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Stomach Cancer, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Ulcerative Colitis?

    Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) characterized by the development of ulcers in the lining of the digestive tract, which most often affect the colon and rectum. While ulcerative colitis can occur at any age, it most frequently appears between the ages of 15 and 30, or after the age of 60. There are several types of ulcerative colitis that are categorized by the area of the digestive tract affected by the disease, such as ulcerative proctitis (inflammation of area closest to the rectum), proctosigmoiditis (inflammation of the sigmoid colon and rectum), left-sided colitis (inflammation of descending colon, sigmoid colon, and rectum), pancolitis (inflammation of the entire colon), and a rare form of ulcerative colitis known as acute severe ulcerative colitis (severe inflammation of entire colon). Ulcerative colitis can also affect other areas of the body, causing inflammation of the skin, eyes, liver, joints, and back.

    When should I see an Ulcerative Colitis doctor near Saitama, 11?

    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 an Ulcerative Colitis doctor near Saitama, 11?

    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 do I find the best Ulcerative Colitis doctor near Saitama, 11?

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    How does MediFind rank Ulcerative Colitis doctors near Saitama, 11?

    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 Ulcerative Colitis doctors near Saitama, 11?

    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 an Ulcerative Colitis doctor near Saitama, 11?

    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 Ulcerative Colitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Ulcerative Colitis 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 an Ulcerative Colitis doctor near Saitama, 11?

    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 Ulcerative Colitis 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 Ulcerative Colitis 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 Ulcerative Colitis doctors near Saitama, 11?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Ulcerative Colitis 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 an Ulcerative Colitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Ulcerative Colitis 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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