The 20 Best Ulcerative Colitis Doctors Near Me in spanaway, WA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 51 doctor with experience in Ulcerative Colitis near spanaway, WA. Of these, 42 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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

    Franciscan Medical Clinic - Bonney Lake

    9230 Sky Island Drive E, 2nd Floor, 
    Bonney Lake, WA 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Corie Sandall is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bonney Lake, Washington. Dr. Sandall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Sandall is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sandall is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Multicare Family Medicine-Spanaway

    225 176th St S, 
    Spanaway, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Spanaway, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates - Lakewood

    11311 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 207, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Filipino, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Hirota is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Hirota is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Barrett Esophagus, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Indigestion. Dr. Hirota is board certified in Gastroenterology. Dr. Hirota is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates - Lakewood

    11311 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 207, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melissa Bluestein-Rogers is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Bluestein-Rogers is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Bowel Incontinence, Painful Swallowing, and Swallowing Difficulty. Dr. Bluestein-Rogers is board certified in Family Nurse Practitioner, American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Bluestein-Rogers is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates - Lakewood

    11311 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 207, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Hindi, Korean, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Johnathan Ha is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Ha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Hemorrhoids. Dr. Ha is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ha is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates - Lakewood

    11311 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 207, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shelby Eastin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Eastin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Celiac Disease, Gastroparesis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome. Dr. Eastin is board certified in American Nurses Credentialing Center. Dr. Eastin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ulcerative Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Digestive Health Specialists - Waldron Endoscopy Center

    3209 S 23rd St Ste 350, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Filipino, Hindi, Korean, Polish, Spanish, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Holderman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Holderman is rated as a Distinguished 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 Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Holderman is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Franciscan Medical Clinic At St. Francis

    34503 9th Ave S, Suite 100, 
    Federal Way, WA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Boris Lazarev is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Lazarev is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Sciatica, Scoliosis, Vertigo, and Hypertension. Dr. Lazarev is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lazarev is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    St. Clare Hospital

    11315 Bridgeport Way SW, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Russian, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Diane Bai is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Bai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Bai is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    11216 Sunrise Blvd E Ste 3-207, 
    Puyallup, WA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Rosenblatt is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Rosenblatt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Rosenblatt is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1703 S Meridian Ste 305, 
    Puyallup, WA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Castilian, Czech, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Ilocano, Italian, Malayalam, Mandarin, Romanian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Oussama Moussan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Puyallup, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Moussan is rated as an Advanced 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Moussan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Digestive Health Specialists - Puyallup Endoscopy Center

    1703 S Meridian Ste 203, 
    Puyallup, WA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Hindi, Mandarin, Norwegian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanjay Agrawal is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Agrawal is rated as an Advanced 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Heartburn, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Agrawal is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates-Tacoma

    1112 6th Ave Ste 200, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yesenia Williams is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Williams is rated as an Advanced 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 Crohn's Disease, Visceromegaly, Hepatitis, and Alcoholic Cirrhosis. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral required

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Joseph

    1708 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 105 & 112, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Hindi, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shalini Kanneganti is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Kanneganti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy. Dr. Kanneganti is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Kanneganti is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Madigan Army Medical Center

    9040 Jackson Ave, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Kurtz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Kurtz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Diverticular Disease, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Kurtz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates - Lakewood

    11311 Bridgeport Way SW Ste 207, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish, Tamil, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Venkat Nutalapati is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Nutalapati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Nutalapati is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Digestive Health Specialists

    11216 Sunrise Blvd E Ste 3-207, 
    Puyallup, WA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Filipino, Hindi, Korean, Marathi, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremiah Ojeaburu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Ojeaburu 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 Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ojeaburu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Digestive Health Specialists

    1703 S Meridian Ste 203, 
    Puyallup, WA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hindi, Korean, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajesh Manam is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Manam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Manam is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ulcerative Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Washington Gastroenterology: Puyallup

    1703 S Meridian Ste 305, 
    Puyallup, WA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Filipino, French, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Sugar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Sugar 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Heartburn, Diarrhea, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Sugar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Digestive Health Specialists - Waldron Endoscopy Center

    3209 S 23rd St Ste 350, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, German, Hindi, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Darren Schwartz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Schwartz 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 Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Indigestion. Dr. Schwartz 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 spanaway, WA?

    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 spanaway, WA?

    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 spanaway, WA?

    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 spanaway, WA?

    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 spanaway, WA?

    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 spanaway, WA?

    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 spanaway, WA?

    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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