The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in Los Angeles, CA

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The 20 Best Colitis Doctors near Los Angeles, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 674 doctor with experience in Colitis near Los Angeles, CA. Of these, 587 are Experienced, 74 are Advanced, 8 are Distinguished and 5 are Elite.

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    Phillip Fleshner
    Elite in Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Elite in Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Cedars-Sinai Colorectal Surgery Center-Los Angeles

    8737 Beverly Blvd Ste 101, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Phillip Fleshner is a Colorectal Surgeon in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Fleshner is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ileostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Gil Melmed
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Cedars-Sinai Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center

    8720 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gil Melmed is a Gastroenterologist in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Melmed is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Stephan Targan
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Cedars-Sinai Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center

    8720 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephan Targan is a Gastroenterologist in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Targan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Ileostomy.

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    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Cedars-Sinai Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center

    8720 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andres Yarur is a Gastroenterologist in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Yarur is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Endoscopy.

    Arash I. Zarimani
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Arash I. Zarimani, MD Private Practice

    1127 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 909, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    We are committed to the successful treatment and management of conditions affecting the digestive system. We are always available to address our patients concerns, and work together to achieve the best possible outcomes. Dr. Zarimani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Armine Sarkisian
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Armine Sarkisian, MD Private Practice

    912 W Glenoaks Blvd, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Our goal is to provide medical care in a caring and respectful way. Dr. Sarkisian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastric Dysmotility, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Kwok-Leung Chung, Md, Inc.

    711 W College St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kwok Chung is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chung has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Tenesmus, Hepatitis, and Colitis.

    Shahrad Hakimian
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    UCLA Health Primary & Specialty Care

    700 West 7th St, Ste 270-D, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahrad Hakimian is a Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Hakimian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Hemorrhoids, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hakimian is currently accepting new patients.

    Elliott A. Birnstein
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    UCLA Health Primary & Specialty Care

    700 West 7th St, Ste 270-D, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elliott Birnstein is a Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Birnstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Birnstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Mordo Suchov MD Inc

    201 S Alvarado St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mordo Suchov is a Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Suchov has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Esophagitis, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Andrew H. Kim
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    GI Center Of California

    520 S Virgil Ave, Ste 202, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Kim is a Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Dr. Young Jik Lee, MD

    266 S Harvard Blvd Ste 100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Young-jik Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Fecal Impaction, Tracheitis, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Cedars-Sinai Colorectal Surgery Center - Los Angeles

    8737 Beverly Blvd Ste 101, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Zaghiyan is a Colorectal Surgeon in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Zaghiyan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Anal Fissure, Ileostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Bernstein is an Internal Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bernstein is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Berkeley Limketkai is a Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Limketkai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy.

    Ariel Malamud
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    White Memorial Medical Group, Inc

    1701 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ariel Malamud is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Malamud has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Alireza Tabesh
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    White Memorial Medical Group, Inc

    1701 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alireza Tabesh is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Tabesh has been practicing medicine for over 27 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Esophageal Varices, Helicobacter Pylori Infection, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Colitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    USC Colorectal Surgeons Inc.

    1441 Eastlake Ave Ste 7418, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sang Lee is a Colorectal Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Necrotizing Granuloma, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Mehdi Khorsandi
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    1510 S Central Ave, Suite 620, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I seek to provide the most complete care to my patients in a caring and respectful way. Dr. Khorsandi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Nagy F. Khalil
    Advanced in Colitis
    Advanced in Colitis

    Gage Medical Center

    2719 E Gage Ave, 
    Huntington Park, CA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nagy Khalil is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Huntington Park, California. Dr. Khalil has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, and Acne. Dr. Khalil is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Colitis?

    Colitis is swelling (inflammation) of the large intestine (colon).

    When should I see a Colitis doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Colitis doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Colitis doctors near Los Angeles, 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 Colitis doctors near Los Angeles, 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 Colitis doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Colitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Colitis 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 Colitis doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Colitis 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 Colitis 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 Colitis doctors near Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Colitis 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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