The 20 Best Ileostomy Doctors near La Jolla, CA

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Ileostomy

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in Ileostomy near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 20 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Amy L. Lightner
    Elite in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    Elite in Ileostomy
    General Surgery

    Scripps Health

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Lightner is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Lightner is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Radiation Enteritis, Ileostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Advanced in Ileostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Ileostomy
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Distinguished in Ileostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Ileostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    UC San Diego

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

    Samuel Eisenstein is a Colorectal Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Eisenstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    William Sandborn
    Advanced in Ileostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ileostomy
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery

    Office

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

    Keith Beiermeister is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Beiermeister is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Genital Warts, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lynn Weston is a Colorectal Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Weston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery

    UC San Diego

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

    Shanglei Liu is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Liu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Regents Of The University Of California

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

    Jula Veerapong is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Veerapong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Appendectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery

    Surgical Associates Of La Jolla Medical Group, Inc.

    9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 660, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Sherman is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Sherman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Hernia, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 660, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Hyde is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Hyde is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Breast Infection, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Gastroenterology

    Scripps Green Hospital

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

    Gauree Konijeti is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Konijeti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UC San Diego

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

    Leslie Kobayashi is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Kobayashi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gastrostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UC San Diego

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

    Amy Liepert is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Liepert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery

    Jeffrey R. Toman M.D. PC

    4060 4th Ave Ste 510, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Toman is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Toman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Colorectal Surgery

    Jeffrey R. Toman M.D. PC

    4060 4th Ave Ste 510, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mathew Isho is a Colorectal Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Isho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    Pediatric Surgery

    Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gerald Gollin is a Pediatric Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Gollin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Necrosis, Atresia of Small Intestine, Colostomy, and Appendectomy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery

    Regents Of The University Of California

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

    Bryan Sandler is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Sandler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Ileostomy
    General Surgery

    Regents Of The University Of California

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

    Ryan Broderick is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Broderick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Ileostomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastric Bypass.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Ileostomy?

    An ileostomy is used to move waste out of the body. This surgery is done when the colon or rectum is not working properly.

    The word "ileostomy" comes from the words "ileum" and "stoma." Your ileum is the lowest part of your small intestine. "Stoma" means "opening." To make an ileostomy, the surgeon makes an opening in your belly wall and brings the end of the ileum through the opening. The ileum is then attached to the skin.

    When should I see an Ileostomy 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 Ileostomy 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 Ileostomy 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 Ileostomy 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 Ileostomy 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 Ileostomy doctor search results page. 

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

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

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