The 20 Best Budd-Chiari Syndrome Doctors Near Me in California, US

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The 20 Best Budd-Chiari Syndrome Doctors in California, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 168 doctor with experience in Budd-Chiari Syndrome near California, US. Of these, 142 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Adil S. Wakil
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adil Wakil is a Hepatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Wakil is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Liver Failure, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wakil is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Radiation Oncology

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Lee is a Radiation Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Budd-Chiari Syndrome, Varicose Veins, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, Liver Embolization, and Angioplasty.

    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - Lodi, CA

    999 S Fairmont Ave Ste 135, 
    Lodi, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Gayagoy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lodi, California. Dr. Gayagoy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Budd-Chiari Syndrome. Dr. Gayagoy is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - Pleasanton, CA

    5075 Hopyard Rd Ste 220, 
    Pleasanton, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    C Jeffrey is an Internal Medicine provider in Pleasanton, California. Dr. Jeffrey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Budd-Chiari Syndrome, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Arterial Embolism. Dr. Jeffrey is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Radiology
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Radiology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Tse is a Radiologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Tse is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Gallbladder Disease, Ascites, Visceromegaly, and Liver Embolization.

    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Radiation Oncology

    Pejman Motarjem, M.D.

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pejman Motarjem is a Radiation Oncologist in Duarte, California. Dr. Motarjem is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Ascites, and Ampullary Cancer.

    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Radiology
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Radiology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Shon is a Radiologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Shon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Colonic Malakoplakia, Ascites, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1.

    Sivakumar R. Munnangi
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    Sivakumar R. Munnangi, MD Private Practice

    386 W Olive Ave, Ste A, 
    Merced, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist who operates own private practice and endoscopy center in Merced, CA. Dr. Munnangi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    18133 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 300, 
    Tarzana, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Kuo is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Kuo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Kuo is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Hepatology
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Hepatology

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sammy Saab is a Hepatologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Saab is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Liver Embolization.

    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Kwo is a Gastroenterologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Kwo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Christopher R. Buttelman
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Advanced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome

    Buttelman Medical Coproration

    17075 Devonshire St, 
    Northridge, CA 
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Buttelman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Northridge, California. Dr. Buttelman has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Budd-Chiari Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cynthia Santillan is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Santillan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ampullary Cancer, Ureterocele, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Cardiology

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Honda is a Cardiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Honda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiac Ablation, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford,, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Leeper is a Cardiologist in Stanford,, California. Dr. Leeper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Atherosclerosis, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andreas Loening is a Radiologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Loening has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Radiology
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Radiology

    City Of Hope's Helford Clinical Research Hospital

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adam Rucker is a Radiologist in Duarte, California. Dr. Rucker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Pleurisy, Ascites, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rony Kampalath is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Kampalath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, Ureterocele, and Visceromegaly.

    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Priyanka Jha is a Radiologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Jha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Visceromegaly, Scrotal Swelling, Penectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome
    Experienced in Budd-Chiari Syndrome

    Office

    24051 Newhall Ranch Rd Bldg C, 
    Valencia, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brianna Abadie is a Radiologist in Valencia, California. Dr. Abadie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Baker Cyst, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Budd-Chiari Syndrome, and Synovitis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Budd-Chiari Syndrome?

    Budd-Chiari syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by obstruction of the veins of the liver that carry the blood flow from the liver. When the blood flow out of the liver is impeded, blood backs up in the liver, causing it to enlarge (hepatomegaly). The spleen may also enlarge (splenomegaly). This backup of blood increases blood pressure in the portal vein, which carries blood to the liver from the intestines (portal hypertension), and result in dilated, twisted veins in the esophagus (esophageal varices). Portal hypertension, leads to fluid accumulating in the abdomen (called ascites). The clot may extend to also block the inferior vena cava (the large vein that carries blood from the lower parts of the body to the heart). Varicose veins in the abdomen near the skin's surface may develop and become visible. In some cases, scarring of the liver (cirrhosis) occurs. Other symptoms may include fatigue, abdominal pain, nausea, jaundice and bleeding in the esophagus. The severity of the disorder varies from case to case, depending on the site and number of affected veins. It most often occurs in patients which have a disorder that makes blood more likely to clot, such as those who are pregnant or who have a tumor, a chronic inflammatory disease, a clotting disorder, an infection, or a myeloproliferative disorder. In about one third of the cases, the cause of Budd-Chiari syndrome is unknown.

    When should I see a Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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 Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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 Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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 Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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 Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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 Budd-Chiari Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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 Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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 Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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 Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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 Budd-Chiari Syndrome doctors in California, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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 Budd-Chiari Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Budd-Chiari Syndrome 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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