The 20 Best Endoscopy Doctors near La Jolla, CA

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 368 doctor with experience in Endoscopy near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 332 are Experienced, 30 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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368 providers found
    Elite in Endoscopy
    Elite in Endoscopy

    Regents Of The University Of California

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Manoj Monga is a Urologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Monga is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Perirenal Abscess, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy.

    William Sandborn
    Elite in Endoscopy
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Endoscopy
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    9350 Campus Point Dr Ste 2B, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Sandborn is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Sandborn is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Elite in Endoscopy
    General Surgery
    Elite in Endoscopy
    General Surgery

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Santiago Horgan is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Horgan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

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    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

    Regents Of The University Of California

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

    Eric Adler is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Adler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Transplant, and Gastrostomy.

    George Cheng
    Advanced in Endoscopy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Endoscopy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Cheng is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Cheng has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Tracheobronchomalacia, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Distinguished in Endoscopy
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Endoscopy
    Gastroenterology

    UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla

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

    Rena Yadlapati is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Yadlapati is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Achalasia, Heartburn, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Endoscopy
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Endoscopy
    General Surgery

    Regents Of The University Of California

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

    Garth Jacobsen is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Jacobsen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrectomy.

    Paul Teirstein
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Interventional Cardiology

    Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion

    9898 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Teirstein is an Interventional Cardiologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Teirstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Andrew M. Lowy
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Surgical Oncology

    Regents Of The University Of California

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Lowy is a Surgical Oncologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lowy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Mark Onaitis
    Advanced in Endoscopy
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Endoscopy
    Thoracic Surgery

    Office

    9452 Medical Center Dr Rm 3E-313, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Onaitis is a Thoracic Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Onaitis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Internal Medicine

    NAyana M Trivedi MD

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 360, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nayana Trivedi is an Internal Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Trivedi has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. Her top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Pneumonia, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Trivedi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    La Jolla Pulmonary And Critical Care Inc.

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 780, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carl Fricks is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Fricks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Experienced in Endoscopy

    Wynnshang C. Sun APC

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 870, 
    La Jolla,, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Harrington is a Cardiologist in La Jolla,, California. Dr. Harrington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Pediatric Myocarditis, Apoplexy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Office

    9834 Genesee Ave Ste 201, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Worsey is a Colorectal Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Worsey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Brigid Boland
    Advanced in Endoscopy
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Endoscopy
    Gastroenterology

    UC San Diego Student Health SVC Pharmacy

    9500 Gilman Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brigid Boland is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Boland has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Experienced in Endoscopy

    Office

    9434 Medical Center Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ehtisham Mahmud is a Cardiologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mahmud is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Atherosclerosis, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

    9888 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Mizzell is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mizzell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Interventional Radiology

    Scripps Clinic John R Anderson V Medical Pavillion

    9898 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ross Christensen is an Interventional Radiologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Christensen has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Scripps Clinic John R Anderson V Medical Pavillion

    9898 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Achal Dhupa is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Dhupa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Collapsed Lung, Bronchiectasis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Endoscopy
    Transplant Surgery

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Julio Gutierrez is a Transplant Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Gutierrez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Endoscopy?

    Endoscopy is a way of looking inside the body using a flexible tube that has a small camera and light on the end of it. This instrument is called an endoscope.

    Small instruments can be inserted through an endoscope and used to:

    • Look more closely at an area inside the body
    • Take samples of abnormal tissues (biopsy)
    • Treat certain diseases
    • Remove tumors
    • Stop bleeding
    • Remove foreign bodies (such as food stuck in the esophagus, the tube that connects your throat to your stomach)

    When should I see an Endoscopy doctor near La Jolla, 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 Endoscopy doctor near La Jolla, 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 Endoscopy doctors near La Jolla, 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 Endoscopy doctors near La Jolla, 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 Endoscopy doctor near La Jolla, 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 Endoscopy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Endoscopy 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 Endoscopy doctor near La Jolla, 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 Endoscopy 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 Endoscopy 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 Endoscopy doctors near La Jolla, CA?

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

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