The 20 Best Ulcerative Colitis Doctors Near Me in San Jose, CA

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The 20 Best Ulcerative Colitis Doctors near San Jose, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 54 doctor with experience in Ulcerative Colitis near San Jose, CA. Of these, 46 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Renee L. Young
    Integrative Medicine | Endocrinology
    Integrative Medicine | Endocrinology

    Young Naturopathic Center For Wellness

    751 Blossom Hill Rd, 
    Los Gatos, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Renee Young, ND, is a Naturopathic Doctor and founder of the Young Naturopathic Center for Wellness in Los Gatos, California. With over two decades of clinical experience and as one of the first NDs licensed in California, she’s recognized for advanced naturopathic diagnostics and a rigorous, evidence-informed approach to care.Her clinical focus includes hormone health, weight management, and longevity medicine, with experience supporting complex root-cause patterns such as thyroid disorders, menstrual irregularities, peri-menopause, PCOS, autoimmune conditions, and food allergies. Dr. Young earned her doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the University of Bridgeport after completing a B.S. in Biology and Psychology, and trained alongside conventional and public health leaders through integrative clinical rotations. She is a member of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association and holds certifications including IV therapy, ozone therapy, peptide therapy, and hormone pellet implantation. . Her top areas of expertise are Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome, Hypothyroidism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Geoffrey Spencer
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Sutter Health Ambulatory Care Center And Surgery Center

    2506 Samaritan Court, Floor 3, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Geoffrey Spencer is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Spencer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Spencer is currently accepting new patients.

    Edward S. Huang
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Sutter Health Ambulatory Care Center And Surgery Center

    2506 Samaritan Court, Floor 3, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Huang is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Huang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Huang is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    San Jose Gastroenterology Inc.

    2331 Montpelier Dr Ste B, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hoan Tran is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Tran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Feng Chen
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Nems-Lundy Pharmacy

    1870 Lundy Ave, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Feng Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Jose, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Lung Cancer, Cerebral Hypoxia, Thrombectomy, and Vitrectomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    San Jose Gastroenterology Inc.

    2331 Montpelier Dr Ste B, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Huy Nguyen is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, Jaundice, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Vinh Quy Nguyen M.D.

    200 Jose Figueres Ave Ste 460, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vinh Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Jose, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Insite Digestive Health Care

    200 Jose Figueres Ave Ste 170, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bhargava Gannavarapu is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Gannavarapu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Insite Digestive Health Care

    200 Jose Figueres Ave Ste 170, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ruel Garcia is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis B, Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Endoscopy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    San Jose Gastroenterology

    231 Oconnor Dr, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Levitt is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Levitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

    751 S Bascom Ave, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Ho is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Ho has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Hepatitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

    751 S Bascom Ave, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Williams is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Jaundice, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

    751 S Bascom Ave, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nimeesh Shah is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Jaundice, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

    751 S Bascom Ave, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Lerrigo is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Lerrigo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Cholangitis, Ascites, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

    751 S Bascom Ave, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Susan Cummings is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Cummings has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Enlarged Liver.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Andy S Yu MD Incorporated

    2101 Forest Ave Ste 106, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andy Yu is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Hepatitis.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Santa Clara Ob/Gyn Medical Group

    2030 Forest Ave Ste 100, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jagjit Raju is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Raju is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Acci/Cst

    2400 Moorpark Ave, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Constance Lo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Jose, California. Dr. Lo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Cough, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Peter Young Su Youn, MD

    15195 National Ave Ste 206, 
    Los Gatos, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Youn is a Colorectal Surgeon in Los Gatos, California. Dr. Youn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Gastric Dysmotility, Hemorrhoids, Proctitis, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Terry C. Lin, DO

    2516 Samaritan Dr Ste M, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terry Lin is a Gastroenterologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 San Jose, CA?

    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 San Jose, CA?

    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 Ulcerative Colitis doctors near San Jose, CA?

    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 San Jose, CA?

    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 San Jose, CA?

    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 San Jose, CA?

    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 San Jose, CA?

    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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