The 20 Best Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Doctors Near Me in Whittier, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 193 doctor with experience in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis near Whittier, CA. Of these, 117 are Experienced, 66 are Advanced and 10 are Distinguished.

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193 providers found
    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    PIH Health Whittier Hospital

    12401 Washington Blvd, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neal Shindel is a Gastroenterologist in Whittier, California. Dr. Shindel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    General Surgery

    General Surgery Wells Medical Office Building

    12462 Putnam St Ste 500, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nishit Shah is a General Surgeon in Whittier, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Health Washington Medical Office Building

    12291 Washington Blvd Ste 201, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashwin Ashok is a Gastroenterologist in Whittier, California. Dr. Ashok is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Internal Medicine

    Digestive Health Washington Medical Office Building

    12291 Washington Blvd Ste 201, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Renee Palta is an Internal Medicine provider in Whittier, California. Dr. Palta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Her top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Health Washington Medical Office Building

    12291 Washington Blvd Ste 201, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alex Shindel is a Gastroenterologist in Whittier, California. Dr. Shindel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Hiatal Hernia, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Health Washington Medical Office Building

    12291 Washington Blvd Ste 201, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jiaming Zhu is a Gastroenterologist in Whittier, California. Dr. Zhu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Henry B. Bikhazi M.D. Inc.

    14350 Whittier Blvd Ste 305, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Mecum is a Gastroenterologist in Whittier, California. Dr. Mecum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Shang Wu M.D. Inc.

    3141 S Hacienda Blvd, 
    Hacienda Heights, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shang Wu is a Gastroenterologist in Hacienda Heights, California. Dr. Wu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis B, Bile Duct Obstruction, Indigestion, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Mark W Li MD

    2440 S Hacienda Blvd, 
    Hacienda Heights, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Li is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Hacienda Heights, California. Dr. Li has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    C. George Lai M.D. Inc.

    500 N Garfield Ave Ste 100, 
    Monterey Park, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chia-chi Lai is a Gastroenterologist in Monterey Park, California. Dr. Lai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Anemia, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    General Surgery

    Office

    600 N Garfield Ave Ste 306, 
    Monterey Park, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shiun Ker is a General Surgeon in Monterey Park, California. Dr. Ker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    1837 Sunny Crest Drive, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hyder Jamal is a Gastroenterologist in Fullerton, California. Dr. Jamal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jamal is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    1837 Sunny Crest Drive, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eugene Yoon is a Gastroenterologist in Fullerton, California. Dr. Yoon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Yoon is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    1837 Sunny Crest Drive, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Koo is a Gastroenterologist in Fullerton, California. Dr. Koo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Koo is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    1837 Sunny Crest Drive, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erika Hoyos is a Gastroenterologist in Fullerton, California. Dr. Hoyos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Intestinal Cancer, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Hoyos is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    1837 Sunny Crest Drive, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Sainburg is a Gastroenterologist in Fullerton, California. Dr. Sainburg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Sainburg is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Fernando Ibarra, M.D., Inc.

    3400 E Florence Ave, 
    Huntington Park, CA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fernando Ibarra is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Huntington Park, California. Dr. Ibarra has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Diverticular Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    PIH Health Whittier Hospital

    12401 Washington Blvd, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Kim is a Gastroenterologist in Whittier, California. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Intestinal Cancer, Anemia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Health Washington Medical Office Building

    12291 Washington Blvd Ste 201, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Preeya Goyal is a Gastroenterologist in Whittier, California. Dr. Goyal has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Her top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophageal Varices, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3120 S Hacienda Blvd Ste 103, 
    Hacienda Heights, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenny Su is a Gastroenterologist in Hacienda Heights, California. Dr. Su is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?

    Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is an inherited disorder that is characterized by a greatly increased risk of cancer of the large intestine (colon) and rectum (collectively known as colorectal cancer). People with FAP have multiple precancerous (benign) growths (polyps) in the colon, and one or more of these polyps will likely develop into colorectal cancer. There are two forms of FAP: the classic type and the attenuated type.

    When should I see a Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor near Whittier, 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor near Whittier, 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctors near Whittier, 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctors near Whittier, 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor near Whittier, 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor near Whittier, 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctors near Whittier, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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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