The 20 Best Colitis Doctors Near Me in Woodland Hills, CA

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The 20 Best Colitis Doctors near Woodland Hills, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 307 doctor with experience in Colitis near Woodland Hills, CA. Of these, 263 are Experienced, 35 are Advanced, 5 are Elite and 4 are Distinguished.

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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 
     (14.9 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 
     (14.4 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 
     (14.4 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
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.6 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 
     (11.6 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.

    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Cedars-Sinai Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center

    8720 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (14.4 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.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    7320 Woodlake Avenue, Suite 310, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Matthew is a Gastroenterologist in West Hills, California. Dr. Matthew is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Matthew is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    7320 Woodlake Avenue, Suite 310, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Niloufar Guiv is a Gastroenterologist in West Hills, California. Dr. Guiv is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Gastric Dysmotility. Dr. Guiv is currently accepting new patients.

    Tigalat Shalita
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Tigalat Shalita, DO Private Practice

    7230 Medical Center Dr, Ste 202, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patients' understanding of their conditions is the most critical first step in their healing process. We emphasize patient teaching in every aspect of our encounters with our patients. Dr. Shalita is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Necrosis, COVID-19, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    West Hills Primary & Specialty Care

    7345 Medical Center Dr Ste 420, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mona Rezapour is a Gastroenterologist in West Hills, California. Dr. Rezapour is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticular Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    H N. Xu
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    H. Norman Xu, MD Private Practice

    7111 Winnetka Ave, Ste 4, 
    Canoga Park, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patients' understanding of their conditions is the most critical first step in their healing process. We emphasize patient teaching in every aspect of our encounters with our patients. Dr. Xu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Heart Attack, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Nabil S. Feghali
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Central Medical Group Of Canoga Park

    8111 Canoga Ave, 
    Canoga Park, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    51+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I try to communicate with my patients. I strive to explain their medical condition and discuss their treatment options in plain language. Questions are answered. I want no patient to leave the office thinking they were rushed through their visit. Dr. Feghali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Emergent Care Associates Inc

    18751 Ventura Blvd Ste 100, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rabin Nikjoo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Nikjoo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Cellulitis, Necrosis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Genesis Healthcare Partners

    5525 Etiwanda Ave, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Hepps is a Gastroenterologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Hepps has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Colitis
    Gastroenterology

    Genesis Healthcare Partners

    5525 Etiwanda Ave, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Madievsky is a Gastroenterologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Madievsky has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Ataoiah M. Kashani
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine | General Practice
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine | General Practice

    Reseda Medical Clinic

    18355 Sherman Way, 
    Reseda, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    56+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I try to communicate with my patients. I strive to explain their medical condition and discuss their treatment options in plain language. Questions are answered. I want no patient to leave the office thinking they were rushed through their visit. Dr. Kashani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Infant Hyperglycemia, Tracheitis, and Urethritis.

    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 
     (14.9 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.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Internal Medicine

    Columbia Center For Integrative Medicine

    6320 Canoga Ave Fl 15, 
    Woodland Hills, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dushyant Viswanathan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Woodland Hills, California. Dr. Viswanathan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Enlarged Liver, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Woodland Hills Medical Center

    5601 De Soto Avenue, 
    Woodland Hills, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Latonya White is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Woodland Hills, California. Dr. White has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma, Asthma in Children, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Colitis. Dr. White is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Colitis
    Family Medicine

    Woodland Hills Medical Center

    5601 De Soto Avenue, 
    Woodland Hills, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ana Lopes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Woodland Hills, California. Dr. Lopes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Parainfluenza Virus Type 3, Parainfluenza, Cellulitis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Lopes 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 Woodland Hills, 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 Woodland Hills, 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 Woodland Hills, 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 Woodland Hills, 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 Woodland Hills, 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 Woodland Hills, 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 Woodland Hills, 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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