The 20 Best Malnutrition Doctors Near Me in California, US

Find the Top Malnutrition Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 1883 doctor with experience in Malnutrition near California, US. Of these, 1689 are Experienced, 163 are Advanced, 28 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Malnutrition
    Elite in Malnutrition

    Kidney Clinic

    744 52nd St # 3, 
    Oakland, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Portale is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Portale is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypophosphatemia, Malnutrition, Nephrocalcinosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Malnutrition
    Elite in Malnutrition

    Office

    15775 Laguna Canyon Rd Ste 190, 
    Irvine, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kamyar Kalantar is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Kalantar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypertension, High Potassium Level, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy.

    Elite in Malnutrition
    Pediatric Nephrology | Pediatrics
    Elite in Malnutrition
    Pediatric Nephrology | Pediatrics

    UCLA Pediatric Nephrology

    10833 LeConte Ave, Rm A2-383, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Isidro Salusky is a Pediatric Nephrologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Salusky is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Anemia, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Cerebral Hypoxia, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Salusky is board certified in Pediatrics (Sub: Pediatric Nephrology).

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    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Gastroenterology

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    900 Weyburn Place, Suite 14 171, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Berkeley Limketkai is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Limketkai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Surgery Center - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

    316 S Stratford Ave, Suite B, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. McCloskey is an experienced bariatric surgeon and has performed more than 2,000 bariatric surgery procedures over the last ten years. She performs a wide range of surgery procedures; in addition to minimally invasive gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy surgeries, she offers advanced techniques in hernia repair, anti-reflux surgeries, and routine general surgery. She emphasizes minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques that reduce pain and shorten recovery times.Dr. McCloskey received her medical degree from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and went on to complete her surgery residency at University of Pittsburgh as well. She performed an additional year of fellowship at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in minimally invasive bariatric and general surgery, making her an expert in this field. Dr. McCloskey is Board Certified in Surgery since 2006. She joined the Weight Loss Surgery Institute of the Central Coast team in 2015. She serves as the Medical Director. Dr. Mccloskey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mccloskey is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Mccloskey is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics

    Ronald J. Philipp, D.O., Profes. Corp.

    2255 Lakewood Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Philipp is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics in Long Beach, California. Dr. Philipp is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Philipp is board certified in American Os Bd Family Medicine/OMT and American Os Bd Family Physicians (Sub: Geriatric Medicine). Dr. Philipp is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pisit Pitukcheewanont is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Pitukcheewanont is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Hypophosphatemia, Malnutrition, Hypoparathyroidism-Intellectual Disability-Dysmorphism Syndrome, and Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    Daniel E. Roth, MD Private Practice

    2340 Clay St, 6th Fl, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    caring, good listener, dedicated, intelligent, compassionate, committed, healing and reassuring. Dr. Roth is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Delayed Growth, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Rickets. Dr. Roth is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Roth is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Malnutrition
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Malnutrition
    General Surgery

    7 Medical Plaza Care Center

    7 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 400, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Shadle is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Roseville, California. Dr. Shadle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Obesity, Malnutrition, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Shadle is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Shadle is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Endocrinology

    Central Coast Endocrinology & Diabetes

    Santa Maria, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Lai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 82 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Lai is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Lai is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Endocrinology

    Sutter Weight Loss Services And Heart And Vascular Services

    851 Cherry Avenue, Suite 4, 
    San Bruno, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Katayoun Lotfi is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in San Bruno, California. Dr. Lotfi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Obesity, Obesity in Children, and Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome. Dr. Lotfi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Bariatric Medicine

    7 Medical Plaza Care Center

    7 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 400, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Subhash Patil is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Roseville, California. Dr. Patil is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Short Bowel Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Patil is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Patil is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Pacific Laparoscopy

    2250 Hayes St, Ste 610, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    caring, good listener, dedicated, intelligent, compassionate, committed, healing and reassuring. Dr. Rabkin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Rabkin is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Rabkin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Internal Medicine

    Capital Medical Extended Care

    6608 Mercy Ct, Ste B, 
    Fair Oaks, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients

    Specializing in Internal Medicine procedures. Dr. Cheema is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Malnutrition, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Cheema is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    11835 W Olympic Blvd Ste 855E, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keivan Golchini is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Golchini is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    General Surgery

    Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Associates Medical Group Inc

    205 E River Park Cir Ste 460, 
    Fresno, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kelvin Higa is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Fresno, California. Dr. Higa is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Adolescent Medicine | Pediatrics
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Adolescent Medicine | Pediatrics
    1174 Castro St Ste 250A, 
    Mountain View, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cynthia Kapphahn is an Adolescent Medicine specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Mountain View, California. Dr. Kapphahn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anorexia, Malnutrition, Bulimia, and Protein Deficiency.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Bariatric Medicine

    Office

    1552 Coffee Rd Ste 200, 
    Modesto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Coates is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Modesto, California. Dr. Coates is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Pediatric Nephrology
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Pediatric Nephrology

    University Of California At San Francisco

    1825 4th St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Farzana Perwad is a Pediatric Nephrologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Perwad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypophosphatemia, Malnutrition, Nephrocalcinosis, and Calcinosis.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Bariatric Medicine

    Office

    1552 Coffee Rd Ste 200, 
    Modesto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Coates is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Modesto, California. Dr. Coates is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Malnutrition?

    Malnutrition is the condition that occurs when your body does not get enough nutrients.

    When should I see a Malnutrition doctor in California, US?

    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 Malnutrition doctor in California, US?

    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 Malnutrition doctors in California, US?

    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 Malnutrition doctors in California, US?

    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 Malnutrition doctor in California, US?

    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 Malnutrition doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Malnutrition doctor?

    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 Malnutrition doctor in California, US?

    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 Malnutrition doctor?

    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 Malnutrition doctor 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 Malnutrition doctors in California, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Malnutrition doctor 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 Malnutrition doctor that offers video calls?

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

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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