The 20 Best Ulcerative Colitis Doctors Near Me in fairhope, AL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Ulcerative Colitis near fairhope, AL. Of these, 12 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Christopher W. Ives
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Christopher W. Ives
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Arthritis Care Of The Eastern Shore LLC

    3 Medical Park, 
    Fairhope, AL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    251-928-8804
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Ives is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fairhope, Alabama. Dr. Ives is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ives is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Paul M. Watkins
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Paul M. Watkins
    Family Medicine

    Gulf Health Hospitals Inc

    750 Morphy Ave, 
    Fairhope, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    251-435-7289
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Watkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fairhope, Alabama. Dr. Watkins is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy. Dr. Watkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Stephen E. Winston
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Stephen E. Winston
    Family Medicine

    MDVIP - Fairhope, AL

    770 Middle St, 
    Fairhope, AL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    251-387-4412
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Stephen Winston is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fairhope, Alabama. Dr. Winston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Macroamylasemia, and Opisthotonos. Dr. Winston is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Matthew L. Carnes
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Matthew L. Carnes
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    21950 State Highway 181, 
    Fairhope, AL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    251-410-5437
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Carnes is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fairhope, Alabama. Dr. Carnes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Carnes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Matthew M. Eves
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Matthew M. Eves
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Eastern Shore Ear Nose & Throat Clinic PC

    188 Hospital Dr Ste 405, 
    Fairhope, AL 
     (3.8 miles away)
    251-990-0360
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Matthew Eves is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fairhope, Alabama. Dr. Eves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Acute Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Eves is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Nathaniel S. Winstead
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Nathaniel S. Winstead
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Eastern Shore Ear Nose & Throat Clinic PC

    188 Hospital Dr Ste 405, 
    Fairhope, AL 
     (3.8 miles away)
    251-990-0360
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Nathaniel Winstead is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fairhope, Alabama. Dr. Winstead is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Crohn's Disease, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Winstead is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Michael A. Berry
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Michael A. Berry
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Gastroenterologists PC

    1625 N Alston St, 
    Foley, AL 
     (14.6 miles away)
    251-970-1954
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Berry is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Foley, Alabama. Dr. Berry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Berry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Thomas L. Hagood
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Thomas L. Hagood
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Gastroenterologists PC

    1625 N Alston St, 
    Foley, AL 
     (14.6 miles away)
    251-970-1954
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Hagood is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Foley, Alabama. Dr. Hagood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Hagood is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Fredrick S. Orleans
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Fredrick S. Orleans
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    IMc Diagnostic And Medical Clinic

    1700 Spring Hill Ave Ste 100, 
    Mobile, AL 
     (14.7 miles away)
    251-435-1200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Fredrick Orleans is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Mobile, Alabama. Dr. Orleans is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Orleans is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Robert D. Lerner
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Robert D. Lerner
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    IMc Diagnostic And Medical Clinic

    1700 Spring Hill Ave Ste 100, 
    Mobile, AL 
     (14.7 miles away)
    251-435-1200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Lerner is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Mobile, Alabama. Dr. Lerner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colitis, Diverticular Disease, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Lerner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Rao R. Meka
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Rao R. Meka
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    IMc Diagnostic And Medical Clinic

    1700 Spring Hill Ave Ste 100, 
    Mobile, AL 
     (14.7 miles away)
    251-435-1200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Rao Meka is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Mobile, Alabama. Dr. Meka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ascites, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Meka is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Amy R. Woods
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis

    Dr. Amy R. Woods
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Baldwin Health Gastroenterology

    1518 N McKenzie St Ste 400, 
    Foley, AL 
     (14.8 miles away)
    251-949-3842
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Amy Woods is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Foley, Alabama. Dr. Woods is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Swallowing Difficulty, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Woods is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 fairhope, AL?

    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 fairhope, AL?

    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 fairhope, AL?

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    How does MediFind rank Ulcerative Colitis doctors near fairhope, AL?

    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 fairhope, AL?

    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 fairhope, AL?

    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 fairhope, AL?

    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 fairhope, AL?

    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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