The 20 Best Gastroparesis Doctors Near Me in Santa Monica, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 147 doctor with experience in Gastroparesis near Santa Monica, CA. Of these, 138 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 210, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Berkeley Limketkai is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Limketkai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    100 Med Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Shin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Shin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Shin is currently accepting new patients.

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

    University Cardiovascular Medical Group

    1304 15th St Ste 102, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Chen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Gastroparesis, Hernia Surgery, and Prostatectomy.

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    Advanced in Gastroparesis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Gastroparesis
    Internal Medicine

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Spencer Adams is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Adams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Acute Pain, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Adams is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    100 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 700, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Ghassemi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ghassemi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Achalasia, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Gastroparesis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Gastroparesis
    Internal Medicine

    West Los Angeles Medical Center

    6041 Cadillac Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Zikos is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Zikos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, Achalasia, and Endoscopy. Dr. Zikos is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    2001 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 1286W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Lai is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Lai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lai is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    1301 20th Street, Suite 280, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rudolph Bedford is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Bedford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Bile Duct Stricture, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bedford is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Internal Medicine

    UCLA Health Santa Monica Breast Care

    1223 16th St Ste 3100, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alireza Sedarat is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Sedarat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Bile Duct Stricture, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    2021 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 325E, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    S Shamsi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Shamsi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Indigestion, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and Esophagitis. Dr. Shamsi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Health Santa Monica Breast Care

    1223 16th St Ste 3100, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kareem Sassi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Sassi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Health Santa Monica Pediatric Specialty Care

    1260 15th St Ste 1024, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Saumya Pathak is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Pathak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3 (MPS III, Sanfilippo Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3B (MPS IIIB, Sanfilippo Syndrome B), and Short Bowel Syndrome.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Internal Medicine

    Kiddox Medical Group Inc.

    1245 16th St Ste 305, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Young is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Immunodeficiency (PID), Aspergillosis, Cholecystitis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Internal Medicine

    James Baharvar, MD

    2428 Santa Monica Blvd, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jamshid Baharvar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Baharvar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Nasal Flaring, Sitosterolemia, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Baharvar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Greater Los Angeles HCS

    11301 Wilshire Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Kaunitz is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kaunitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Diarrhea, Gastroparesis, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Greater Los Angeles HCS

    11301 Wilshire Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Pisegna is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Pisegna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Terri Getzug is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Getzug is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Gas Bloat Syndrome, Diarrhea, and Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    100 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 205, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marc Kaneshiro is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Kaneshiro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Darryl Hiyama is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Hiyama is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Stomach Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrectomy, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroparesis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Lin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bowel Incontinence, Tenesmus, Encopresis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Gastroparesis?

    Gastroparesis is a condition that reduces the ability of the stomach to empty its solid contents. It does not involve a blockage (obstruction) of the outlet of the stomach.

    When should I see a Gastroparesis doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Gastroparesis doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Gastroparesis doctors near Santa Monica, 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 Gastroparesis doctors near Santa Monica, 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 Gastroparesis doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Gastroparesis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastroparesis 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 Gastroparesis doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Gastroparesis 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 Gastroparesis 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 Gastroparesis doctors near Santa Monica, CA?

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

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