The 20 Best Childhood Pancreatitis Doctors Near Me in Tarzana, CA

Find the Top Childhood Pancreatitis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 4376 doctor with experience in Childhood Pancreatitis near Tarzana, CA. Of these, 4083 are Experienced, 248 are Advanced, 37 are Distinguished and 8 are Elite.

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    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Internal Medicine

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Monique Barakat is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Barakat is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Gastrointestinal Surgery At Parnassus

    400 Parnassus Ave., Second Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hobart Harris is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Harris is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Harris is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Harris is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3030 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Taiwanese
    Accepting New Patients

    Tom Lin is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Pancreas Divisum, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Islet Cell Transplantation, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

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    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    750 Welch Rd Ste 116, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sohail Husain is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Husain is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Pancreas Center

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

    Emily Perito is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Perito is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    750 Welch Rd Ste 116, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zachary Sellers is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Sellers is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai Pancreatic Biliary

    8720 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Quin Liu is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Liu is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Choledocholithiasis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    5565 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 140, 
    Pleasanton, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melvin Heyman is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Pleasanton, California. Dr. Heyman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Family Medicine
    Elite in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Family Medicine

    Mission Community Hospital

    14850 Roscoe Blvd, 
    Panorama City, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amit Grover is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Panorama City, California. Dr. Grover is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Walter Park is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Park is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

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

    Rebekah White is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. White is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Ampullary Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin El-Hayek is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. El-Hayek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Acute Pancreatitis, Gastroparesis, Pancreatectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. El-Hayek is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    City Of Hope's Helford Clinical Research Hospital

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Lin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Duarte, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Stricture, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

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

    Andrew Lowy is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lowy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    City Of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center-Duarte

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laleh Melstrom is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Duarte, California. Dr. Melstrom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. She is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.

    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Antioch Care Center

    4053 Lone Tree Way, 
    Antioch, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tripurari Mishra is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Antioch, California. Dr. Mishra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mishra is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCSD Heath Care

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Diane Simeone is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Simeone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Simeone is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Pancreas Center

    1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sue Rhee is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Rhee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Short Bowel Syndrome, Hereditary Pancreatitis, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Rhee is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatrics, American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Gastroenterology, and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Transplant Hepatology. Dr. Rhee is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Sansum Clinic Pueblo Multi-Specialty Clinic

    317 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mick Meiselman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Meiselman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Pancreatectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Meiselman is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UC Irvine Medical Center

    101 The City Drive South, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Lee is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Lee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholestasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    What is the definition of Childhood Pancreatitis?

    Pancreatitis in children, as in adults, occurs when the pancreas becomes swollen and inflamed.

    When should I see a Childhood Pancreatitis doctor near Tarzana, CA?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctor near Tarzana, CA?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctors near Tarzana, CA?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctors near Tarzana, CA?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctor near Tarzana, CA?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Childhood Pancreatitis 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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctor near Tarzana, CA?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis 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 Childhood Pancreatitis 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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctors near Tarzana, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Childhood Pancreatitis 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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