25 of the Best Colorectal Surgeons Near Me in Union, NJ

Looking for the best colorectal surgeon near Union, NJ? Find a top colorectal surgeon near you in Union, NJ who is an expert in your specific condition. Colorectal surgeons, formerly known as proctologists, are doctors who specialize in performing surgery on the lower digestive tract.

25 of the Best Colorectal Surgeons Near Me in Union, NJ

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MediFind found 39 specialists near Union, NJ

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    Julie A. Lorber
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Julie Alorber MD PC

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 306, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Julie Lorber is a Colorectal Surgeon in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Lorber is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lorber is currently accepting new patients.

    Joseph R. Notaro
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Associated Colon & Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 211, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Notaro is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Notaro is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Notaro is currently accepting new patients.

    Kirsten B. Wilkins
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Associated Colon & Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 211, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Associate Program Director of Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson colorectal fellowship; Director of colorectal resident research; Past-President of both the New Jersey and Pennsylvania Societies of Colon and Rectal Surgeons; question writer for the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery written examination; Dean of ASCRS-U, invited lecturer at numerous national and international colorectal surgery meetings; author of numerous colorectal surgery book chapters; served as Chairman of numerous committees for the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) including the Self-Assessment Committee, Program Committee, Finance Committee, Credentials Committee, and the Nominations Advisory Task Force; President-Eugene P Salvati Alumni Association; Past-Treasurer-ASCRS, Past-Vice Chairman Surgical Leadership Institute (ASCRS); current Vice-President ASCRS; Fellow of the American College of Surgeons; Fellow of the New York Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons; Member of the American Medical Association. Dr. Wilkins is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Anal Fissure, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Bertram T. Chinn
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Associated Colon & Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 211, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bertram Chinn is a Colorectal Surgeon in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Chinn is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Chinn is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Associates In Colon And Rectal Diseases Professional Association

    231 Millburn Avenue, The Commons Null, 
    Millburn, NJ 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Gilder is a Colorectal Surgeon in Millburn, New Jersey. Dr. Gilder is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Gilder is currently accepting new patients.

    Suraj Alva
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Associated Colon & Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 211, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Suraj Alva is a Colorectal Surgeon in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Alva is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Alva is currently accepting new patients.

    Benjamin A. Kuritzkes
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Atlantic Medical Group Associated Colon And Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 211, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Kuritzkes, MD, FACS, FASCRS is the section chief of colorectal surgery at Overlook Medical Center. He is board-certified in surgery and surgical critical care by the American Board of Surgery, and in colorectal surgery by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. He is a clinical assistant professor at Robert Wood Johnson-Rutgers University and is one of the core teaching faculty of the Eugene Salvati/ RWJ colorectal surgery fellowship. Dr. Kuritzkes’ practice focuses on the surgical management of colon and rectal cancer, diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and anorectal conditions. He often employs a multidisciplinary approach to maximize both treatment success and quality of life. He is skilled in minimally invasive surgical techniques, and uses robotic surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and trans-anal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS) whenever indicated; these techniques provide patients with the benefits of a shorter recovery time, and faster return to normal activity. The recipient of the prestigious Gold Award for Humanism and Excellence in Teaching from Columbia University, where he was previously an assistant professor of colorectal surgery, Dr. Kuritzkes has a deep understanding of how clinical excellence must be combined with compassion and respect to provide optimal patient care. He works alongside his patients to find the best, individualized treatment plan for them, that incorporates their personal goals and preferences. Dr. Kuritzkes earned his undergraduate degree from Yale University, and his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. He completed his surgical residency at New York Presbyterian/ Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and his fellowship training in colon and rectal surgery at Penn Medicine/ University of Pennsylvania. He additionally completed fellowship training in anesthesiology and critical care medicine at Columbia University. He is a fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and serves on numerous other regional and national scientific committees. He is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Kuritzkes is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Encopresis, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Associates In Colon And Rectal Diseases Professional Association

    200 South Orange Avenue, Suite 232, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Moskowitz is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Moskowitz is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Anorectal Abscess, Proctitis, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Moskowitz is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Associates In Colon And Rectal Diseases Professional Association

    200 South Orange Avenue, Suite 232, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Debra Tarantino is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Tarantino is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Proctitis, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Tarantino is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Summit Medical Group Colon Rectal Surgery

    1 Diamond Hill Road, Building Bensley, 
    Berkeley Heights, NJ 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Farshad Abir is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. Dr. Abir is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Anorectal Abscess, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Abir is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Atlantic Colon And Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Medical Arts Center I Suite 412, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Aaron Miller is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Miller is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Proctitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    231 Millburn Ave, 
    Millburn, NJ 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Orringer is a Colorectal Surgeon in Millburn, New Jersey. Dr. Orringer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy.

    Analena Alcabes
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Associated Colon & Rectal Surgeons - Summit

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 211, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Analena Alcabes, MD, is a colon and rectal surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group offering advanced, compassionate care for a wide range of colorectal conditions. Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, she brings deep clinical expertise and a patient-first philosophy to every interaction, empowering patients with knowledge, support and individualized treatment plans. Dr. Alcabes graduated magna cum laude from Amherst College before earning her medical degree at the prestigious Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She completed her general surgery residency at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, NY, followed by two years of specialty training; a fellowship in colorectal surgery at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and a fellowship in minimally invasive colorectal surgery at Lankenau Medical Center with world-renowned expert in advanced rectal cancer management, Dr. John Marks. Dr. Alcabes has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, presented her research on national stages and remains an active member of both the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. As a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization, she is committed to delivering high-quality, coordinated care that improves outcomes and enhances the patient experience. Whether treating complex colorectal cancers, inflammatory bowel disease or benign anorectal conditions, Dr. Alcabes is known for her technical excellence, warm bedside manner and collaborative approach. She is proud to be part of a multidisciplinary team advancing surgical care in New Jersey and is excited to work alongside colleagues who share her passion for innovation and excellence in patient care. She is fluent in English and Spanish. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery.

    Rolando Rolandelli
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Atlantic Medical Group Colorectal Surgery At Morristown

    95 Madison Avenue, Suite A10, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Rolando Rolandelli is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Rolandelli is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Rolandelli is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Gastroenterology Surgery Center

    1132 Spruce Dr Ste 1, 
    Mountainside, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Walter Groff is a Colorectal Surgeon in Mountainside, New Jersey. His top areas of expertise are Proctitis, Gardner Syndrome, Hemorrhoids, and Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Maimonides Medical Center-Brooklyn Breast Program

    745 64th St Ste 2, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Rhee is a Colorectal Surgeon in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Rhee is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Summit Medical Group PA

    75 E Northfield Rd, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Holzman is a Colorectal Surgeon in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Holzman is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Office

    1020 Galloping Hill Rd, 
    Union, NJ 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zoltan Brody is a Colorectal Surgeon in Union, New Jersey.

    Giovanni Bonomo
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery At Mason Avenue

    256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Giovanni Bonomo, MD, is the director of colorectal surgery at Staten Island University Hospital and the only board-certified colorectal surgeon on Staten Island. He specializes in treating a wide variety of diseases that affect the colon, rectum and anus including hemorrhoids, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, appendiceal and presacral masses, rectal prolapse and cancer.A native Staten Islander, Dr. Bonomo has always felt a fondness for his community and a strong desire to give back. ""My goal is to provide the most advanced and highly effective treatments available today, so my patients can get the best care, right where they live,"" he says. More than 90% of Dr. Bonomo's cases are performed with minimally invasive techniques, which result in reduced pain and scarring, and offer quicker recovery than traditional open surgery.Patients choose Dr. Bonomo for his knowledge, compassion and personalized treatment plans. Under his leadership at Staten Island University Hospital, he developed the Advanced Colorectal Care Pathway-a unique program that ensures streamlined coordination at every touch point of care. ""Our specially trained nurse navigators are here to help with scheduling appointments and answering questions along the way,"" he says. ""This allows patients to focus exclusively on getting well, so they can return to their normal lives as quickly and safely as possible.""Before joining Northwell in 2019, Dr. Bonomo graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Medicine. He went on to complete his residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel/Petrie Division and fellowship at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. He currently serves as assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, frequently training other surgeons on best practices and techniques in minimally invasive and robotic surgery.""Colorectal cancer is the third most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, but it's entirely treatable if detected early,"" he says. ""Helping my patients beat this disease and giving them a chance for a healthier future is all I could ever ask for as a surgeon.""". Dr. Bonomo is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Poppy Addison
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery At Mason Avenue

    256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Poppy Addison, MD is a double board-certified colon and rectal surgeon with a specialized interest in complex anorectal disease, women's health and minimally invasive surgery. She enjoys working with multidisciplinary colleagues to provide a holistic approach to pelvic disease and prioritizes compassionate, patient-centered care.She has a particular research interest in quality improvement, artificial intelligence and computer vision in surgery. She has been invited to speak at national and international conferences and collaborates with numerous societies and medical journals to advance the field of colon and rectal surgery. Additionally, she teaches and mentors medical students and house staff in research and clinical practice. Dr. Addison is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Emphysema, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ileostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Mountainside Medical Group

    311 Bay Avenue, 
    Glen Ridge, NJ 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kulvir Nandra is a Colorectal Surgeon in Glen Ridge, New Jersey. His top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Rectal Prolapse, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Sheila A Bond MD PC

    39 S Fullerton Ave, 
    Montclair, NJ 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Rothberg is a Colorectal Surgeon in Montclair, New Jersey. His top area of expertise is Diverticular Disease.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Summit Health

    1 Seymour Street, 
    Montclair, NJ 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Cooper is a Colorectal Surgeon in Montclair, New Jersey. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Anal Fissure, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ureteroscopy.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery

    Valley Physician Services PC

    108 Jackson St, Apt 6b, 
    Hoboken, NJ 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joel Nizin is a Colorectal Surgeon in Hoboken, New Jersey. Dr. Nizin is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Nizin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Summit Medical Group General Surgery

    140 Park Avenue, Floor 3, 
    Florham Park, NJ 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kennedy Gabre is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Florham Park, New Jersey. Dr. Gabre is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Ureteroscopy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Gabre is currently accepting new patients.

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    When should I see a Colorectal Surgeon near Union, NJ?

    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 Colorectal Surgeon near Union, NJ?

    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 Colorectal Surgeons near Union, NJ?

    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 Colorectal Surgeons near Union, NJ?

    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 Colorectal Surgeon in Union?

    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 Colorectal Surgeon search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Colorectal Surgeon?

    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 Colorectal Surgeon near Union, NJ?

    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 Colorectal Surgeon?

    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 Colorectal Surgeon 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 Colorectal Surgeons near Union, NJ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Colorectal Surgeon 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 Colorectal Surgeon that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Colorectal Surgeon search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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