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Gastroenterologists in Indiana

Gastroenterologists specialise in the digestive system: stomach, intestines, liver and pancreas. Below are 26 gastroenterologists practising in Indiana, across Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Lafayette, South Bend, Danville and Anderson, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Gastroenterologists in Indiana

  1. Fyeza S. Haider, MD Gastroenterology Indianapolis, IN 46260
  2. Ashish Sharma, MD Gastroenterology Fort Wayne, IN 46804
  3. Donald F. Shook, MD Gastroenterology Lafayette, IN 47904
  4. John G. Mathis, MD Gastroenterology South Bend, IN 46635
  5. Zhaodong Li, MD Gastroenterology Danville, IN 46122
  6. Sumalatha Satoor, MD Gastroenterology Anderson, IN 46016
  7. Thomas R. Hall, MD Gastroenterology Valparaiso, IN 46383
  8. Steven Harrell, MD Gastroenterology New Albany, IN 47150
  9. Gene L. Chang, MD Gastroenterology Munster, IN 46321
  10. Jeffrey L. Hallett, MD Gastroenterology Newburgh, IN 47630
  11. Maurice C. Barnes, MD Gastroenterology Terre Haute, IN 47807
  12. Daniel J. Stout, MD Gastroenterology Carmel, IN 46032
  13. Janaki M. Shah, MD Gastroenterology Crown Point, IN 46307
  14. Rupa K. Sharma, MD Gastroenterology Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
  15. Joel M. Wittles, MD Gastroenterology Tipton, IN 46072
  16. Mark Fesenmyer, MD Gastroenterology Merrillville, IN 46410
  17. Hani Shamseddeen, MD Gastroenterology Columbus, IN 47201
  18. Rubin D. Bahuva, MD Gastroenterology Evansville, IN 47713
  19. Archana Patel, MD Gastroenterology Goshen, IN 46526
  20. Richard Walter, DO Gastroenterology Vincennes, IN 47591
  21. Larry V. Williams, MD Gastroenterology Madison, IN 47250
  22. Syed M. Rizvi, MD Gastroenterology Greenfield, IN 46140
  23. John Christopher F. Tang, DO Gastroenterology Fishers, IN 46037
  24. Jatinder N. Kaushal, MD Gastroenterology Williamsport, IN 47993
  25. Warren C. Hauck, MD Gastroenterology Bluffton, IN 46714
  26. Changjian Chen, MD Gastroenterology Kokomo, IN 46902

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a gastroenterologist

Common reasons

  • Heartburn and reflux
  • IBS, bloating and changes in bowel habits
  • Abdominal pain
  • Colon cancer screening
  • Liver concerns

Signs it may be time

  • Digestive symptoms keep coming back
  • You are due for colon cancer screening
  • Your primary care doctor referred you
  • You notice blood in your stool or unexplained weight loss (book promptly)

How to get the most from your gastroenterologist visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • A food and symptom diary from the last two to four weeks
2

During: questions to ask

  • What could be causing my symptoms?
  • Do I need a scope or other tests, and how do I prepare?
  • Which foods or habits should I track?
  • Which symptoms mean I should call sooner?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • What you ate and when symptoms started
  • Bowel changes, bloating and pain, in your own words
  • Stress and sleep, which often move with gut symptoms

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Digestive problems are about patterns: which meals, which days, how long. A symptom diary kept for a few weeks is often the single most useful thing you can bring back to your gastroenterologist. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next gastroenterologist appointment in Indiana with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

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  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
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Questions

How do I find a gastroenterologist in Indiana?

This page lists 26 gastroenterologists practising in Indiana, including Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Lafayette, South Bend, Danville and Anderson, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a gastroenterologist in Indiana?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first gastroenterologist appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; A food and symptom diary from the last two to four weeks.

When should I start colon cancer screening?

US guidelines generally recommend starting at 45 for people at average risk, earlier with a family history. Ask your doctor what fits you.

Should I keep a food diary before my appointment?

Yes, if you can. Two to four weeks of meals and symptoms helps your doctor see patterns quickly.

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