I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Okerblom is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

Robert Firestone is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nipomo, California. Dr. Firestone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Steve Clarke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nipomo, California. Dr. Clarke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Ben Cooke is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nipomo, California. Dr. Cooke has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Emilia Ambrosio is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nipomo, California. Dr. Ambrosio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Dr. Keval Shah is board certified in Gastroenterology & Hepatology and Internal Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at St. John Providence Health System in Detroit, Michigan. Following residency, he completed his Gastroenterology & Hepatology fellowship at Beaumont Health System in Detroit, Michigan. During his fellowship, he received special training in both Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Hepatology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. He was also selected as a fellow under the American Neurogastroenterology Motility Society where he received advanced clinical training in Motility at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Shah's interests include nutrition and weight loss, esophageal disorders, reflux disease and management, colorectal cancer screening, and providing patients with a holistic approach to their gastrointestinal care.Dr. Keval Shah was born and raised in California. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology and Human Biology from Pitzer College in Claremont, CA. He studied abroad in Costa Rica and Nicaragua where he spent time working in Emergency Medicine and became fluent in Spanish. He played tennis while in Claremont and was chosen as an NCAA Scholar-Athlete. He then attended medical school at Western University of Health Sciences/COMP in Pomona, CA. Upon medical school graduation, he was awarded the prestigious San Miguel Scholarship.When not practicing Gastroenterology, Dr. Shah enjoys spending time with his wife and two beautiful children. He enjoys playing basketball and tennis during his free time. Other hobbies include martial arts. Dr. Shah competed in the 1996 Junior Olympics and has both a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do as well as a first-degree black belt in Shotokan Karate.Wherever the art of Medicine is loved, there is also a love of Humanity.— Hippocrates. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Gastric Dysmotility, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia earned his medical degree from Delhi University in India. He completed his internship and residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA. He was selected as Chief Resident and worked as a Hospitalist prior to completing his Gastroenterology fellowship.Dr. Walia's background in Internal Medicine allows for a comprehensive approach in treating gastrointestinal diseases. He strives to provide the highest quality gastrointestinal care for his patients.Dr. Walia believes that both the patient and physician should work together to create an atmosphere for long-lasting health outcomes. Dr. Walia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

We understand that visiting the gastroenterologist may be a new experience for you and that you may be in pain or worried about your health. That?s why all the staff at the Santa Maria Digestive Diagnostic Center and Santa Maria Gastroenterology focus on making you feel comfortable and confident in our care. Our physicians and our medical team take extra care to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions and thoroughly explain your condition and treatment options. Dr. Benipal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonic Malakoplakia, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

We understand that visiting the gastroenterologist may be a new experience for you and that you may be in pain or worried about your health. That?s why all the staff at the Santa Maria Digestive Diagnostic Center and Santa Maria Gastroenterology focus on making you feel comfortable and confident in our care. Our physicians and our medical team take extra care to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions and thoroughly explain your condition and treatment options. Dr. Vachhani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

Dedicated to providing high quality primary health care in Santa Maria and Orcutt. I believe in long-term relationships with patients based on clear communication. These relationships are my highest priority, and I will always strive to be advocates for your health care needs. Dr. Jezierski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

Dr. Okerblom has a free ambulatory Family Practice and Women's Health Care Clinic for the uninsured. Services in Santa Maria on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 - 8:30 by appointment only. To volunteer or to schedule an appointment, call 805-680-5974. To quality for services, one must be without any form of health insurance. Dr. Okerblom is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Cryptococcosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Hole is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

We understand that visiting the gastroenterologist may be a new experience for you and that you may be in pain or worried about your health. That?s why all the staff at the Santa Maria Digestive Diagnostic Center and Santa Maria Gastroenterology focus on making you feel comfortable and confident in our care. Our physicians and our medical team take extra care to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions and thoroughly explain your condition and treatment options. Dr. Hsia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

Dedicated to best medical care possible for our patients. Dr. Arain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.

I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Camacho is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Familial Hypertension.

Equal Access for All, WE OFFER A LOWER COST ALTERNATIVE TO COSTLY INSURANCES. $50/MN PER PERSON AFTER $100 INITIATION FEE FOR MOST SERVICES IN THE OFFICE. We also do weight loss management without medications or surgery by helping you develop healthy habits. OUR PHILOSOPHY IS TO OFFER BETTER HEALTH WITH AS FEW MEDICINES AS POSSIBLE AT THE LOWEST COST POSSIBLE THROUGH A TEAM EFFORT WITH YOU. Our patients feel a sense of comfort and care from our support staff who genuinely care about helping you. By design, we work in a happy place where we enjoy coming to work as a team. WE ARE DIRECT AND FORTHRIGHT IN DISCUSSING YOUR ISSUES AND PROVIDING SOLUTIONS WITHOUT MINCING WORDS. - REMEMBER, WE EXCEL IN BEING YOUR HEALTH COACH. Dr. Desai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Degos Disease, Neuralgia, Enlarged Liver, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

We understand that visiting the gastroenterologist may be a new experience for you and that you may be in pain or worried about your health. That?s why all the staff at the Santa Maria Digestive Diagnostic Center and Santa Maria Gastroenterology focus on making you feel comfortable and confident in our care. Our physicians and our medical team take extra care to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions and thoroughly explain your condition and treatment options. Dr. Nastaskin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Patients are persons/individuals treated with care and respect. Dr. Mendoza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

Robert Evans is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Evans is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

My approach to patient care is based on an individualized care plan which provides distinctive advanced medical and procedural therapy yet also meeting the unique emotional needs of each patient. I pride myself on utilizing both the cognitive and procedural aspects of my Advanced Therapeutic and Gastroenterologic training in providing cutting edge and evidence based care to my patients. Dr. Melitas earned his Medical degree from Spartan Health Sciences University and is Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.He completed an Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy Fellowship at University of Illinois at Chicago and a Gastroenterology Fellowship at Michigan State University.As an advanced therapeutic endoscopist, Dr. Melitas has been trained to manage many complex gastrointestinal, pancreatic, biliary, and liver diseases endoscopically.Dr. Melitas is active in several Medical Associations including the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Gastroenterological Association. Dr. Melitas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholangitis, Acute Pancreatitis, and Endoscopy.