The 20 Best Colostomy Doctors near Rockville, MD

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 59 doctor with experience in Colostomy near Rockville, MD. Of these, 50 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Doctors Office

    9715 Medical Center Drive, Suite 233, Suite 233, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Brodsky is a General Surgeon in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Brodsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Cellulitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Metro Colon And Rectal Surgery PC

    4701 Randolph Rd Ste 203, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bradley Bennett is a Colorectal Surgeon in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Bennett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Metro Colon And Rectal Surgery PC

    4701 Randolph Rd Ste 203, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rami Makhoul is a General Surgeon in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Makhoul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Levator Syndrome, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

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    Alexandra R. Tsesis
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    Bethesda, MD 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hebrew, Russian

    Dr. Alexandra Roginsky is a fellowship-trained surgeon with expertise in robotic, minimally invasive and trauma surgery. Dr. Roginsky has two decades of broad surgical experience and is dedicated to finding the most effective, least invasive, way to treat patients. She completed her fellowship training at the University of Illinois at Chicago, her residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin and medical school at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She has been listed as a top surgeon by the Consumer’s Research Council of America and is widely published in multiple fields, including minimally invasive surgery and cancer biology. Videos Alexandra B. Roginsky, M.D.Acute Care and Trauma Surgeon Selected Publications Alexandra B. Roginsky, Alexander Tsesis, Hate speech, volition, and neurology, Journal of Law and the Biosciences, Volume 3, Issue 1, April 2016, Pages 174–177, https://doi.org/10.1093/jlb/lsv058 Roginsky, Alexandra. For Our Patients: On Becoming the Surgeon Advocate, Leader, and Learner. (2019). American College of Surgeons. https://www.facs.org/member-services/yfa/advocacy-essays/2019/aroginsky Roginsky, Alexandra. Young Fellows Advocacy and Action. American College of Surgeons. (2018). https://www.facs.org/member-services/yfa/advocacy-essays/2018/roginsky. Dr. Tsesis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Colostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Jerome A. Byam
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4100, Suite 4100, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Jerome Byam is an assistant professor of surgery at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Byam is an acute care surgeon with a robust general surgery and trauma surgery practice based at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, MD. He has experience treating both routine and complex surgical patients using a variety of techniques including performing minimally invasive procedures using robotics and laparoscopy. After earning his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN, Dr. Byam completed a surgical residency at the University of Louisville in Louisville, KY. He underwent further subspecialty training at the University of Chicago, completing a fellowship in solid organ Abdominal Transplant surgery. Dr. Byam worked as an acute care general surgeon in Washington DC before joining the staff at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Byam is a fellow in the American College of Surgeons. He remains active in his local community, is an avid triathlete, and enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter. Selected Publications Barnett RE, Keskey RC, Linsky PL, Byam J, Mathis TJ, Cheadle WG. Tension-free Open Mesh Cooper's Ligament Repair for Femoral Hernia. Am Surg. 2013 Sep;79(9):952-3. Byam J, Renz J, Millis JM. Liver transplantation for hepatocellular carcinoma. Hepatobiliary Surg Nutr 2013;2(1):22-30. Byam Jerome, Boone P, Azzam RK, Millis JM. Absence of early graft loss from hepatic artery thrombosis in pediatric liver transplantation with use of implantation Doppler probe. Journal International Pediatric Transplantation Association. Presented at IPTA Meeting July 2013. Jones, Christopher M, Byam JA, Iannitti DA, Marvin, MR. (2014) Hepatobiliary Ultrasound. In Schrope (Ed.), Surgical and Interventional Ultrasound. (pp. 73-86) New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education. Dr. Byam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Gastroenterology

    Ghanshyam Gupta M.D. PC

    10110 Molecular Dr Ste 111, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kanthi Badipatla is a Gastroenterologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Badipatla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Toxic Megacolon, Hemorrhoids, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Tehan Nardi & Stanton Urology Center Chartered

    10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 630, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vincent Obias is a Colorectal Surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Obias is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Anal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    18109 Prince Philip Drive, Ste. B100

    18109 Prince Philip Dr Ste B100, 
    Olney, MD 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Bello is a Colorectal Surgeon in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Bello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Bethesda Knollwood Pharmacy

    8901 Wisconsin Ave Bldg 9, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Mcnally is a General Surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Mcnally is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Colostomy and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Capital Colon And Rectal Surgery

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bindu Umapathi is a Colorectal Surgeon in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Umapathi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Anal Fissure, Levator Syndrome, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Capitol Surgeons

    8630 Fenton Street, Suite 122, Suite 122, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, German, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi

    Dr. Mohammed Kalan is a general surgeon affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and George Washington University Hospital. He practices out of the Washington Institute of Surgery in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Kalan has an expertise in abdominal surgery, clinical gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal cancers, minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery and robotic surgery. Dr. Kalan earned his MBBS from Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College in India. He completed a residency in general surgery at Temple University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kalan is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons of London and Edinburgh, U.K. Dr. Kalan has earned numerous awards. His teaching awards include the Outstanding Faculty Teacher for the Department of Surgery from Georgetown University Hospital in 2001; the Golden Apple Award Nomination from Georgetown University Medical School in 2000; the Georgetown Caring Star from Georgetown University Hospital in 2009 and 2003; and the W.L. Gore/Stuart I. Myers Award for Academic Excellence from Temple University in 1998. Dr. Kalan has also been named one of America’s Top Surgeons by the Consumers’ Research Council of America from 2010-2014; and a Top Doctor in General and Laparoscopic Surgery by Washingtonian magazine in 2002. Dr. Kalan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Appendicitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    James W. Robey
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. James Robey is a Johns Hopkins surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive procedures. He has provided surgical services to Washington-area residents for over 30 years. He takes pride in providing a customized approach to care to ensure the best possible outcome. Dr. Robey is consistently recognized as a top doctor in the region by Bethesda Magazine and Washingtonian. Selected Publications “Relationship between tumor necrosis factor, eicosanoids and platelet activating factor as mediators of endotoxin-induced shock in mice.” Adam K. Myers, James W. Robey.British Journal of Pharmacology. (1990) 99, 499-502. “Ruptured, infected popliteal artery aneurysm, a case report.” James W. Robey, et al. Vascular Surgery. 1998. Dr. Robey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    3800 Reservoir Road NW, Pasquerilla Healthcare Center 4

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zhifei Sun is a Colorectal Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Sun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Anal Cancer, Colostomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    MedStar Health: Colon And Rectal Surgery At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anne Fabrizio is a Colorectal Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Fabrizio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    General Surgery

    VA Medical Center

    50 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Duncan is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Duncan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Anal Fissure, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Pediatric Surgery
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Pediatric Surgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (13.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Levitt is a Pediatric Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Levitt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hirschsprung Disease, Bowel Incontinence, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Pediatric Surgery
    Distinguished in Colostomy
    Pediatric Surgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (13.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrea Badillo is a Pediatric Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Badillo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Hirschsprung Disease, Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Vhc Health Colorectal Surgery-Arlington

    1851 N George Mason Dr Ste 4D, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Rezac is a Colorectal Surgeon in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Rezac is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Vhc Health Colorectal Surgery-Arlington

    1851 N George Mason Dr Ste 4D, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rodolfo Pigalarga is a Colorectal Surgeon in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Pigalarga is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Colostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Fairfax Colon And Rectal Surgery

    2710 Prosperity Ave Ste 200, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Stern is a Colorectal Surgeon in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Stern is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 near Rockville, MD?

    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 near Rockville, MD?

    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 near Rockville, MD?

    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 near Rockville, MD?

    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 near Rockville, MD?

    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 near Rockville, MD?

    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 near Rockville, MD?

    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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