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    MediFind found 389 doctor with experience in Colostomy near California, US. Of these, 353 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    389 providers found
      Kyle G. Cologne
      Distinguished in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery
      Distinguished in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery

      USC Care Medical Group Inc

      1500 San Pablo St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kyle Cologne is a Colorectal Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Cologne is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Colostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

      Advanced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      1500 E Duarte Rd, 
      Duarte, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kurt Melstrom is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Duarte, California. Dr. Melstrom is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      1500 Duarte Rd, 
      Duarte, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lily Lai is a General Surgeon in Duarte, California. Dr. Lai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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      Laleh G. Melstrom
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      1500 Duarte Rd, 
      Duarte, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Laleh Melstrom is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Duarte, California. Dr. Melstrom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Magdi G. Alexander
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Vascular Surgery

      Magdi Alexander, MD FACS

      50 Bellefontaine St, 409, 
      Pasadena, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Magdi Alexander is a Colorectal Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Pasadena, California. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      209 Fair Oaks Ave, 
      South Pasadena, CA 
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Aaron Lewis is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in South Pasadena, California. Dr. Lewis has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Byrne Lee is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Colorectal Cancer, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Ileostomy, and Pancreatectomy.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Ucsf Dept Of Surgery

      400 Pamassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Madhulika Varma is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in San Francisco, California. Dr. Varma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      209 Fair Oaks Ave, 
      South Pasadena, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephen Sentovich is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in South Pasadena, California. Dr. Sentovich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Genital Warts, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Distinguished in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Distinguished in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      UCLA Associated General Surgeons

      100 Medical Plaza, Suite 310, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mary Kwaan is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kwaan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

      Gregory M. Graves
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      3000 L St., Suite 100, 
      Sacramento, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Gregory Graves is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Graves is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Graves is currently accepting new patients.

      Amy L. Lightner
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

      Scripps Health

      10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Amy Lightner is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Lightner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Ileostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery

      General Surgery Medical Group Of Ventura County

      1700 Rose Ave, Suite 430, 
      Oxnard, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lisa Babashoff is a General Surgeon in Oxnard, California. Dr. Babashoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

      Advanced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      1500 E Duarte Rd, 
      Duarte, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andreas Kaiser is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Duarte, California. Dr. Kaiser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

      Advanced in Colostomy
      Advanced in Colostomy
      1500 San Pablo St Fl 7, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Demetrios Demetriades is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Demetriades is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Cholecystitis, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Splenectomy, and Colostomy.

      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
      455 Plumas Blvd, 
      Yuba City, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Fahey is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Yuba City, California. Dr. Fahey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery

      Shasta Regional Medical Group Inc

      1355 E St, Suite 200, 
      Redding, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Gonzalez is a General Surgeon in Redding, California. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Carotid Artery Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Advanced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      Stanford Health Care

      450 Broadway St, 
      Redwood City, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrew Shelton is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Redwood City, California. Dr. Shelton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

      Advanced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery

      Community Foundation Medical Group

      15 E Audubon Dr, 
      Fresno, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      John Garry is a Colorectal Surgeon in Fresno, California. Dr. Garry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      123 Margaret Ln, 
      Grass Valley, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Boyle is a General Surgeon in Grass Valley, California. Dr. Boyle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Femoral Hernia, Hernia, Venous Insufficiency, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Colostomy?

      Colostomy is a surgical procedure that brings one end of the large intestine out through an opening (stoma) made in the abdominal wall. Stools moving through the intestine drain through the stoma into a bag attached to the skin of the abdomen.

      When should I see a Colostomy doctor in California, US?

      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 a Colostomy doctor in California, US?

      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 Colostomy doctors in California, US?

      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 Colostomy doctors in California, US?

      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 a Colostomy doctor in California, US?

      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 Colostomy doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Colostomy 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 a Colostomy doctor in California, US?

      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 Colostomy 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 Colostomy 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 Colostomy doctors in California, US?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Colostomy 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 a Colostomy doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Colostomy 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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