The 20 Best Ulcerative Colitis Doctors Near Me in Niigata, JP

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 18 doctor with experience in Ulcerative Colitis near Niigata, JP. Of these, 13 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yoichi Ajioka
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yoichi Ajioka
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    Niigata, JP 

    Yoichi Ajioka practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Ajioka is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Ulcerative Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Shuji Terai
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Shuji Terai
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Shuji Terai practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Terai is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Liver Cancer, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Kentaro Tominaga
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Kentaro Tominaga
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    Chuo, JP 

    Kentaro Tominaga practices practicing medicine in Chuo, Japan. Mr. Tominaga is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lymphangiectasis, Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colostomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Toshifumi Wakai
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Toshifumi Wakai
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Toshifumi Wakai practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Wakai is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. They are also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Removal, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Junji Yokoyama
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Junji Yokoyama
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Junji Yokoyama practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Yokoyama is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yoshifumi Shimada
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yoshifumi Shimada
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Yoshifumi Shimada practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Shimada is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. They are also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Lung Metastases, Trisomy 3 Mosaicism, Lymphadenectomy, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Hitoshi Kameyama
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Hitoshi Kameyama
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Hitoshi Kameyama practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Kameyama is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Lung Metastases, Hydrocele, Colostomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Takayuki Abe
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Takayuki Abe
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Takayuki Abe practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Abe 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 Adult Still's Disease, Urothelial Cancer, Hepatitis C, Nephrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yuzo Kawata
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Yuzo Kawata
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Yuzo Kawata practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Kawata is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Colostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Jun Sakata
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Jun Sakata
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Jun Sakata practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Sakata is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Disease, Lymphadenectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Hiroshi Ichikawa
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Hiroshi Ichikawa
    Referral may be required
    Chuo, JP 

    Hiroshi Ichikawa practices practicing medicine in Chuo, Japan. Mr. Ichikawa is rated as an Experienced 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 Stomach Cancer, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Esophageal Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Mae Nakano
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Mae Nakano
    Referral may be required
    Chuo, JP 

    Mae Nakano practices practicing medicine in Chuo, Japan. Ms. Nakano is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Lung Metastases, Extramammary Paget Disease, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Kazunao Hayashi
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Kazunao Hayashi
    Referral may be required
    Chuo, JP 

    Kazunao Hayashi practices practicing medicine in Chuo, Japan. Hayashi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Tamponade, Hepatitis A, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Ken-ichi Mizuno
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Ken-ichi Mizuno
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Ken-ichi Mizuno practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Mizuno 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 Achalasia, Duodenal Atresia, Tenesmus, Endoscopy, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Tsuneo Iiai
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Tsuneo Iiai
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Tsuneo Iiai practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Iiai is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colitis, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Hidehito Oyanagi
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Hidehito Oyanagi
    Referral may be required
    Shibata, JP 

    Hidehito Oyanagi practices practicing medicine in Shibata, Japan. Oyanagi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Their clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Lung Metastases, Ulcerative Colitis, and Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Takeshi Mizusawa
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Takeshi Mizusawa
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Takeshi Mizusawa practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Mizusawa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Esophageal Stricture, Tenesmus, Achalasia, Colostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Saki Yamada
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Saki Yamada
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Saki Yamada practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Ms. Yamada is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ileostomy, and Hepatectomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    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 in Niigata, JP?

    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 in Niigata, JP?

    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 in Niigata, JP?

    You can find an Ulcerative Colitis doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Ulcerative Colitis doctors in Niigata, JP?

    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 in Niigata, JP?

    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 in Niigata, JP?

    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 in Niigata, JP?

    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 in Niigata, JP?

    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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