The 20 Best Ulcerative Colitis Doctors Near Me in Sherman, TX

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 9 doctor with experience in Ulcerative Colitis near Sherman, TX. Of these, 7 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Baylor Scott & White Digestive Diseases Group - Sherman

    204 Medical Dr, Ste 240, 
    Sherman, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jermaine Clarke is a board-certified gastroenterologist who cares for patients in Sherman, McKinney and Anna. He has a special interest in diseases of the colon, especially colon cancer prevention through colon cancer screening, as well as chronic anemia, diarrhea and constipation. In addition, Dr. Clarke also evaluates and treats foregut disorders, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, difficulty swallowing, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. He uses a compassionate, collaborative and empathetic approach to deliver evidence-based digestive disease care. Dr. Clarke is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American College of Osteopathic Internists, American College of Gastroenterology and American Gastroenterology Association. In addition to his medical training, Dr. Clarke also earned a Master of Business Administration while in medical school. In his free time, Dr. Clarke enjoys traveling, farming, fishing, attending sporting events and spending time with family. Dr. Clarke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophagitis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Clarke is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology and Gastroenterology- American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Kamalsingh M. Rathod MD

    425 N Highland Ave Ste 130, 
    Sherman, TX 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glenn Young is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sherman, Texas. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants

    1615 N US Hwy 75, Ste A, 
    Sherman, TX 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Fletcher is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sherman, Texas. Dr. Fletcher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Morning Sickness, Diverticular Disease, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Fletcher is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants

    1615 N US Hwy 75, Ste A, 
    Sherman, TX 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Kahl is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sherman, Texas. Dr. Kahl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastric Dysmotility, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, and Gardner Syndrome. Dr. Kahl is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants

    1615 N US Hwy 75, Ste A, 
    Sherman, TX 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 

    Kruti Patel is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sherman, Texas. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Diverticular Disease. Dr. Patel is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Texomacare Gastroenterology-Denison

    5012 S US Highway 75 Ste 250, 
    Denison, TX 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nhat Nguyen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denison, Texas. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Texomacare Gastroenterology-Denison

    5012 S US Highway 75 Ste 250, 
    Denison, TX 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Tran is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denison, Texas. Dr. Tran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Texomacare Gastroenterology-Denison

    5012 S US Highway 75 Ste 250, 
    Denison, TX 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Onpan Cheung is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denison, Texas. Dr. Cheung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Varices, Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Baylor Scott & White Primary Care - Van Alstyne

    250 N Collin McKinney Pkwy, 
    Van Alstyne, TX 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Knight enjoys all aspects of family medicine, but she especially loves treating multiple generations of the same family and being involved with her patients' lives within the local community. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and watching sports, particularly when supporting the Van Alstyne Panthers and the fighting Texas Aggies. She also likes collecting antiques and learning about medical history. Dr. Knight is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Hypertension. Dr. Knight is board certified in Family Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine.

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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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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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