Intestinal Diverticulitis near Blue Springs, MO

Care Philosophy: I am a member of Midwest Physicians, an integrated, multi-specialty group that strives to provide high quality, compassionate healthcare in a caring, affordable, timely and accessible manner. Our doctors collaborate with patients, their physician colleagues and other healthcare professionals to help ensure each patient's individual healthcare needs are met.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Chandra focuses on patient-centered care and education.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Harper treats his patients with the utmost compassion and attention to details. His osteopathic background has provided him with an emphasis on considering the whole patient, in addition to the surgical conditions that he treats.

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Biography: Dr. Russell McCullough, DO is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Lees Summit, MO. He is 54 years old. Dr. Russell McCullough, DO is affiliated with Lee's Summit Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: I am a member of Midwest Physicians, an integrated, multi-specialty group that strives to provide high quality, compassionate healthcare in a caring, affordable, timely and accessible manner. Our doctors collaborate with patients, their physician colleagues and other healthcare professionals to help ensure each patient's individual healthcare needs are met.

Biography: Gregory Merritt, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained gastroenterologist with Premier Gastroenterology of Kansas City in Lee's Summit, MO.Offering many years of experience, Dr. Merritt specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders such as stomach pain, ulcers, reflux, constipation and Crohn's disease, and in procedures including colonoscopy and endoscopy.Dr. Merritt completed his medical degree and residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He went on to complete his fellowship at New York Hospital Medical Center of Queens.He is a diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine, a member of the American College of Physicians, and a fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology.PATIENT TESTIMONIALSI've gone to Dr. Merritt for years now and he always talks to me and always listens to me. Never seems to be in a hurry to get away from me and on to the next. -Betty P.The staff was so nice! My scheduler Makayla worked with my schedule and helped me find the perfect date for my EGD! Dr. Merritt was so caring and understanding and I wouldn't see any other GI doctor. He was amazing! -Denise M.

Biography: Dr. Farid Namin, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Blue Springs, MO. He is 60 years old. Dr. Farid Namin, MD is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center.

Biography: Ahmed Saeed, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained gastroenterologist with Premier Gastroenterology of Kansas City in Overland Park, KS, Kansas City, MO, Lee's Summit, MO and Harrisonville, MO. Dr. He is affiliated with Research Medical Center and Menorah Medical Center.Dr. Saeed offers specialized training and expertise in advanced therapeutic endoscopy.He has produced numerous articles, abstracts and presentations in his field. In addition to his practice, he serves as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Kansas and as Director of Endoscopy for the Kansas City VA Medical Center. He holds memberships in the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.PATIENT TESTIMONIALSI have achalasia and Dr. Saeed was able to substantially improve my quality of life by successfully performing a POEM procedure. This is a less invasive procedure compared to surgery with a quick recovery time and fantastic results. It is a newer procedure but Dr. Saeed is fantastic and I completely trusted him. I'm so glad I chose this procedure over traditional surgery to correct my swallowing disorder. -Alyson S.Dr. Saeed was great! He was very knowledgeable and professional yet he had a great sense of humor too. I felt very comfortable in his care. The office staff was very kind and attentive also. Love his work. I recommend everyone to visit him. -Alhor M.

Biography: Dr. Frank Totta, DO is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Lees Summit, MO. He is 56 years old. Dr. Frank Totta, DO is affiliated with Lee's Summit Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Todd Kilgore, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Lees Summit, MO. He is 48 years old. Dr. Todd Kilgore, MD is affiliated with Lee's Summit Medical Center.

Biography: Michael Connor, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained gastroenterology and hepatology specialist with Premier Gastroenterology of Kansas City in Kansas City, MO, Overland Park, KS, Lee's Summit, MO and Belton, MO. He is affiliated with several area HCA Midwest Health hospitals, including Research Medical Center, Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center, Lee's Summit Medical Center, and Belton Regional Medical Center.Offering more than 18 years of experience, Dr. Connor specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders, such as stomach pain, ulcers, reflux, constipation and Crohn's disease. He specializes in many procedures including colonoscopy and endoscopy. Dr. Connor has been recognized for his expert patient care, including a "Top Doc" recognition by the nursing staff at The University of Kansas Medical Center.Dr. Connor completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Kansas Medical Center, and served as Chief Resident for the Department of Internal Medicine. He completed his fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at the University of Kansas Medical Center.