The 20 Best Gallstones Doctors Near Me in El Monte, CA

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The 20 Best Gallstones Doctors near El Monte, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 550 doctor with experience in Gallstones near El Monte, CA. Of these, 452 are Experienced, 83 are Advanced and 14 are Distinguished.

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    Laleh G. Melstrom
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    City Of Hope Medical Foundation

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A talented surgeon and award-winning instructor and researcher, Laleh G. Melstrom, M.D., M.S., joined City of Hope, attracted by the opportunity to help develop breakthrough cures and treatments. Educated at Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Melstrom received her medical degree at Cornell Medical College in New York City, continuing her training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago and New York's Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. She held professorships at both Cornell and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, before arriving in California. Dr Melstrom is certified in robotic surgery and specializes in the treatment of cancers of the liver, pancreas, melanoma and sarcoma. She has published over 120 scholarly articles and is a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences. Expertise: Liver Cancer, Pancreas Cancer, Metastatic Colon or Rectal Cancer to Liver, Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump, Cholangiocarcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumors, Gallbladder Cancer, Melanoma, Sarcomas, Robotic SurgeryResearch Areas: Metastatic CRC, Melanoma, Bile Duct Cancer, Liver Cancer. Dr. Melstrom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Internal Medicine

    Southern California Medical Centers Inc.

    12100 Valley Blvd Ste 109A, 
    El Monte, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nona Ahankoob is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in El Monte, California. Dr. Ahankoob is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, Obesity, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Ahankoob is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center

    1011 Baldwin Park Blvd, 
    Baldwin Park, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Haig Dudukgian is a General Surgeon in Baldwin Park, California. Dr. Dudukgian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

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    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    City Of Hope Medical Foundation

    209 Fair Oaks Ave, 
    South Pasadena, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Isaac Paz is a General Surgeon in South Pasadena, California. Dr. Paz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Gastrectomy.

    Simon M. Keushkerian
    Distinguished in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Simon M. Keushkerian, MD Private Practice

    1505 Wilson Terr, Ste 330, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Armenian, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients

    Treat patients with respect and compassion in a professional environment. Dr. Keushkerian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Donald J Portocarrero Do, Inc

    638 W Duarte Rd, 
    Arcadia, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Portocarrero is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Arcadia, California. Dr. Portocarrero has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastric Dysmotility, Menetrier Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Asok Doraiswamy Md, Inc.

    612 W Duarte Rd, 
    Arcadia, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sherwin Abdoli is a General Surgeon in Arcadia, California. Dr. Abdoli has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Stent Placement, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

    USC Care Medical Group Inc

    300 W Hungtington Dr, 
    Arcadia, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohd Sheikh is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Arcadia, California. Dr. Sheikh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Troy M. Lamar, Inc.

    51 N 5th Ave, 
    Arcadia, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Troy Lamar is a General Surgeon in Arcadia, California. Dr. Lamar has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Gallstones
    Distinguished in Gallstones

    Alexander A Maglunog MD Inc

    1250 S Sunset Ave, 
    West Covina, CA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    49+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Maglunog is a General Surgeon in West Covina, California. Dr. Maglunog has been practicing medicine for over 49 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Distinguished in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    C. George Lai M.D. Inc.

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

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

    Distinguished in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Robinson V. Baron Medical Clinic.

    274 W Badillo St, 
    Covina, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    56+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robinson Baron is a General Surgeon in Covina, California. Dr. Baron has been practicing medicine for over 56 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Distinguished in Gallstones
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Gallstones
    Bariatric Medicine

    Wes J. Powell MD Inc.

    950 S Arroyo Pkwy Fl 3, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wes Powell is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Pasadena, California. Dr. Powell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Distinguished in Gallstones
    Distinguished in Gallstones
    1950 Sunny Crest Drive, Suite 3500, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Theodoros Daskalakis is a General Surgeon in Fullerton, California. Dr. Daskalakis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Peptic Ulcer, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Daskalakis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Internal Medicine

    New Ananda Medical And Urgent Care Inc

    10948 Ramona Blvd, 
    El Monte, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    52+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nagasamudra Ashok is an Internal Medicine provider in El Monte, California. Dr. Ashok has been practicing medicine for over 52 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Internal Medicine

    A. Shawn Adhami Md, A Professional Corporation

    3030 Tyler Ave, 
    El Monte, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Afshin Adhami is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in El Monte, California. Dr. Adhami has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Osteomyelitis in Children, Food Allergy, and Obesity.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Family Medicine

    Altamed Medical Group Pasadena

    10418 Valley Blvd Ste B, 
    El Monte, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marjorie Alvir is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in El Monte, California. Dr. Alvir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, and Obesity in Children.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    11245 Lower Azusa Rd Ste A, 
    El Monte, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yong Wang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in El Monte, California. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Cerebral Hypoxia, Heart Attack, Nephrosclerosis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Family Medicine

    Office

    10418 Valley Blvd Ste A, 
    El Monte, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tharanga Weerasinghe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in El Monte, California. Dr. Weerasinghe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Family Medicine

    Totalcare Walk-In Inc.

    4784 Peck Rd, 
    El Monte, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lin Hu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in El Monte, California. Dr. Hu has been practicing medicine for over 27 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Obesity, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Gallstones?

    Gallstones are hard deposits that form inside the gallbladder. These may be as small as a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball.

    When should I see a Gallstones doctor near El Monte, 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 Gallstones doctor near El Monte, 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 Gallstones doctors near El Monte, 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 Gallstones doctors near El Monte, 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 Gallstones doctor near El Monte, 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 Gallstones doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gallstones 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 Gallstones doctor near El Monte, 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 Gallstones 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 Gallstones 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 Gallstones doctors near El Monte, CA?

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

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