The 20 Best Encopresis Doctors Near Me in poway, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Encopresis near poway, CA. Of these, 45 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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49 providers found
    Advanced in Encopresis
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Advanced in Encopresis
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Referral may be required

    Uc San Diego Health La Jolla-Women's Pelvic Medicine

    4520 Executive Dr Ste 360, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Emily Lukacz is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lukacz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Uterine Prolapse, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Sacral Nerve Stimulation. Dr. Lukacz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Pomerado Outpatient Pavilion

    15611 Pomerado Rd, 
    Poway, CA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maram Zakko is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Poway, California. Dr. Zakko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Nodurft is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Nodurft is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    10672 Wexford St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Penfield is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Penfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Menetrier Disease, Bile Duct Obstruction, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Penfield is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Referral may be required

    Uc San Diego Health Encinitas-Colorectal Surgery

    1200 Garden View Rd Ste 110, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mariann Alperin is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Alperin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Rectocele, and Uterine Prolapse. Dr. Alperin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Encopresis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego Health Rancho Bernardo Urgent Care

    16950 Via Tazon, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Parry is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Parry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Rectal Prolapse, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Parry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 111, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Haritha Chelimilla is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Chelimilla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Referral may be required

    Parkway Women's Care A Medical Corporation

    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 107, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Langford is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Langford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. His clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Preeclampsia, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Advanced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla

    9350 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ravinder Mittal is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mittal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Bowel Incontinence, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Encopresis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Encopresis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

    8010 Frost St Fl 2, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pamela Lee is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Anal Cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encopresis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Encopresis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3030 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anita Sharma is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Celiac Disease, Bowel Incontinence, Crohn's Disease, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Ambulatory Surgery Center

    3811 Valley Centre Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Caroline Diamant is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Diamant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego Health-4510 Executive Drive

    4510 Executive Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Irine Vodkin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Vodkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Donald Lipkis MD Inc

    6719 Alvarado Rd Ste 206, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Lipkis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lipkis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Encopresis, Celiac Disease, and Bowel Incontinence.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion

    9898 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmad Mansour is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mansour is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    San Diego Dig Dis Consult R Snyder

    8008 Frost St Ste 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Politoske is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Politoske is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Bile Duct Cysts, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Perlman Clinic

    9850 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla,, CA 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Worsey is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in La Jolla,, California. Dr. Worsey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Worsey is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Denise Kalmaz is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kalmaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Western Gastroenterology Medical Group

    8860 Center Dr, Ste 420, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Banaie is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Banaie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Banaie is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Encopresis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Grossmont Hospital Corporation

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mahmoud Lajin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Lajin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encopresis. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Encopresis?

    If a child over 4 years of age has been toilet trained, and still passes stool and soils clothes, it is called encopresis. The child may or may not be doing this on purpose.

    When should I see an Encopresis doctor near poway, 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 an Encopresis doctor near poway, 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 Encopresis doctors near poway, 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 Encopresis doctors near poway, 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 an Encopresis doctor near poway, 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 Encopresis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Encopresis 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 an Encopresis doctor near poway, 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 Encopresis 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 Encopresis 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 Encopresis doctors near poway, CA?

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

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