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Gastroenterologists in Grand Rapids, MI

Gastroenterologists specialise in the digestive system: stomach, intestines, liver and pancreas. Below are 30 gastroenterologists with a practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, from the federal NPI Registry, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Gastroenterologists in Grand Rapids

  1. Srinivas K. Janardan, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49503
  2. Lia C. Kaufman, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  3. James Fuson, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  4. Mark G. Cooper, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49503
  5. Jesse F. Hartpence, DO Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  6. Ryan J. Wong, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  7. Dana M. Stewart, DO Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49503
  8. Tammy T. Tran-Yang, DO Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49503
  9. Jeremy D. Barber, DO Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  10. Lindsay S. Negash, DO Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  11. John P. Papp, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  12. Eric Nguyen, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  13. Courtney Ferch, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  14. Christopher J. Murphy, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49503
  15. Randall S. Meisner, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  16. Jason S. Puckett, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  17. Matthew J. Nelson, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  18. Robert T. Bischoff, DO Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49503
  19. Daniel H. Havlichek, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  20. Jay B. Morrow, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49503
  21. Ben Kieff, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  22. Matthew Moeller, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  23. Thomas Rupp, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  24. Gregory Osborne, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  25. Christopher C. Radawski, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  26. Andrew B. Shreiner, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  27. Michael J. Madura, MD, Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49506
  28. Curtis R. Weaver, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49503
  29. Catherine Bartnik, MD, MPH Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  30. Stephen G. Simmer, MD Gastroenterology Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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 Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids?

This page lists 30 gastroenterologists with a practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan (ZIP codes 49503, 49506, 49546), 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 Grand Rapids?

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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