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Gastroenterologists in North Dakota

Gastroenterologists specialise in the digestive system: stomach, intestines, liver and pancreas. Below are 31 gastroenterologists practising in North Dakota, across Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, Watford City and Devils Lake, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Gastroenterologists in North Dakota

  1. Arezoo Taheri, MD Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58103
  2. Syed W. Zaidi, MD Gastroenterology Bismarck, ND 58501
  3. James R. Wood, MD Gastroenterology Grand Forks, ND 58206
  4. Bruce B. Swenson, MD Gastroenterology Minot, ND 58701
  5. Mark E. Brewster, MD Gastroenterology Watford City, ND 58854
  6. Somasundaram Bharath, MD Gastroenterology Devils Lake, ND 58301
  7. Stephen J. Spellman, MD Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58102
  8. Yeshitila G. Mengesha, MD Gastroenterology Bismarck, ND 58501
  9. Howard M. Hack, MD Gastroenterology Grand Forks, ND 58201
  10. Ira P. Michaelson, MD Gastroenterology Minot, ND 58701
  11. Kimberly J. Kolkhorst, DO Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58103
  12. Tawhid Gazi, MD Gastroenterology Bismarck, ND 58501
  13. Marcin Szember, MD Gastroenterology Grand Forks, ND 58201
  14. Arcelia M. Guerson Gil Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58102
  15. Elida R. Voth, MD Gastroenterology Bismarck, ND 58504
  16. Krishna C. Gurram, MD Gastroenterology Grand Forks, ND 58201
  17. Emuejevoke J. Okoh, MD Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58102
  18. Mustafa Kathawala, MD Gastroenterology Bismarck, ND 58501
  19. Anthony G. Chu, MD Gastroenterology Grand Forks, ND 58201
  20. Steven Pletcher, MD Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58102
  21. Makda Bsrat, MD Gastroenterology Bismarck, ND 58504
  22. Settihalli L. Rajender, MD Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58103
  23. Steven Park, MD Gastroenterology Bismarck, ND 58501
  24. Navin Paul, MD Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58102
  25. Douglas J. Renton, MD Gastroenterology Bismarck, ND 58501
  26. Ross R. Meidinger, MD Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58122
  27. Kevin A. Karls, MD Gastroenterology Bismarck, ND 58501
  28. Fadel E. Nammour, MD Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58104
  29. Stephanie J. Melquist, MD, MPH Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58104
  30. Surianarayanan Karthikeyan, MD Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58102
  31. Israr A. Sheikh, MD Gastroenterology Fargo, ND 58102

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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota?

This page lists 31 gastroenterologists practising in North Dakota, including Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, Watford City and Devils Lake, 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 North Dakota?

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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