The 20 Best Ulcerative Colitis Doctors Near Me in Schenectady, NY

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The 20 Best Ulcerative Colitis Doctors near Schenectady, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 66 doctor with experience in Ulcerative Colitis near Schenectady, NY. Of these, 42 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1785 Route 9, 
    Clifton Park, NY 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Gianotti is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Clifton Park, New York. Dr. Gianotti has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gianotti is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1785 Route 9, 
    Clifton Park, NY 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neil Volk is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Clifton Park, New York. Dr. Volk has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Volk is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1785 Route 9, 
    Clifton Park, NY 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Xinjun Zhu is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Clifton Park, New York. Dr. Zhu has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1785 Route 9, 
    Clifton Park, NY 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Barsa is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Clifton Park, New York. Dr. Barsa has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Portal Hypertension, Ulcerative Colitis, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Barsa is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1785 Route 9, 
    Clifton Park, NY 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Gerson is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Clifton Park, New York. Dr. Gerson has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Gerson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1375 Washington Ave Ste 101, 
    Albany, NY 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Polito is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Polito has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Polito is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1375 Washington Ave Ste 101, 
    Albany, NY 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sean Sheehan is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Sheehan has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Sheehan is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1375 Washington Ave Ste 101, 
    Albany, NY 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Warndorf is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Warndorf has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Adenoma, Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Warndorf is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Community Care Physicians PLLC

    1201 Nott St Ste 102, 
    Schenectady, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cindy Chan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, High Cholesterol, Renovascular Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Disease Assoc Of Schenectady

    2147 Eastern Pkwy, 
    Schenectady, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Litynski is a Gastroenterologist in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Litynski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Community Care Physicians PC

    1667 Elizabeth St, 
    Schenectady, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zofia Drzymalski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Drzymalski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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

    Community Care Physicians PC

    2546 Balltown Rd Ste 200, 
    Schenectady, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Rienzi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Rienzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Infant Hyperglycemia, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

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

    Office

    2125 River Rd Ste 103, 
    Schenectady, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Donohue is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Donohue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

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

    Community Care Physicians PC

    2125 River Rd Ste 103, 
    Schenectady, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Goldberg is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Goldberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1785 Route 9, 
    Clifton Park, NY 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer Northrop is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Clifton Park, New York. Dr. Northrop has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Barrett Esophagus, and Neuroma Biliary Tract. Dr. Northrop is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    General Surgery

    Albany Medical College

    3 Crossing Blvd, 
    Clifton Park, NY 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Chismark is a General Surgeon in Clifton Park, New York. Dr. Chismark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Genital Warts, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Saratoga Schenectady Gastroenterology Associates PC

    848 State Route 50, 
    Burnt Hills, NY 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arthur Ostrov is a Gastroenterologist in Burnt Hills, New York. Dr. Ostrov is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), and Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    848 State Route 50, 
    Burnt Hills, NY 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Defrancisco is a Gastroenterologist in Burnt Hills, New York. Dr. Defrancisco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1785 Route 9, 
    Clifton Park, NY 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Buhac is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Clifton Park, New York. Dr. Buhac has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Buhac is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1375 Washington Ave Ste 101, 
    Albany, NY 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Clift is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Clift has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Clift is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Schenectady, NY?

    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 Schenectady, NY?

    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 Schenectady, NY?

    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 Schenectady, NY?

    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 Schenectady, NY?

    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 Schenectady, NY?

    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 Schenectady, NY?

    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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