The 20 Best Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

Find the Top Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 133 doctor with experience in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 123 are Experienced and 10 are Advanced.

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    Chieh-yu Chen
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine

    Potrero Hill Care Center

    350 Rhode Island Street, Suite 200, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chieh-yu Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Her top areas of expertise are Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Obesity, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Mimi Lin
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 5, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mimi Lin is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Her top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Encopresis, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

    Benjamin Yip
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 5, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Yip is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Yip is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Yip is currently accepting new patients.

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    Christopher M. Rombaoa
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 5, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Rombaoa is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Rombaoa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Gastroparesis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Rombaoa is currently accepting new patients.

    Frank J. Farrell
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Insite Digestive SF Gastroenterology

    2186 Geary Blvd, Ste 320, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Frank J. Farrell has been in clinical gastroenterology practice for nearly two decades. In addition to being Board Certified in Gastroenterology, he is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Farrell is recognized as a Fellow of the AGA for his commitment to the field of gastroenterology and superior achievement in private practice.Dr. Farrell started in private practice in San Francisco in 1994. He graduated from the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. He completed his internship, residency, and chief residency in Internal Medicine at Mount Zion Medical Center in San Francisco.He subsequently completed a fellowship in Gastroenterology at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. Dr. Farrell has a special interest in colon health and screening colonoscopy.Dr. Farrell is dedicated to providing his patients the best quality of care through education. Dr. Farrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Dennis D. Shen
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Dennis D. Shen, MD Private Practice

    929 Clay St, Ste 301, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Caring, compassionate, and patient centered care. Dr. Shen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Hepatitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    James H. Reed
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    James H. Reed, MD Private Practice

    1 Shrader St, Ste 500, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Provide state of the art medical care for our patients in a friendly, compassionate and professional setting. I listen well and try to explain things in an understandable way. Questions are welcomed. Dr. Reed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Jonathan P. Terdiman
    Advanced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Colitis And Crohn's Disease Center

    1701 Divisadero St., Suite 120, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jonathan Terdiman is a gastroenterologist who serves as co-director of UCSF's inflammatory bowel disease center and colorectal cancer prevention program. His research interests include colorectal cancer prevention, hereditary gastrointestinal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease. Terdiman earned his medical degree at Columbia University's Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed a residency in internal medicine and fellowships in critical care medicine and gastroenterology at UCSF. Terdiman frequently lectures in the community, at the university and for various professional organizations on the subjects he explores in his research. Dr. Terdiman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Jeff A. Draisin
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Integrative Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Integrative Medicine
    2300 California St., Suite 103, 202, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeff Draisin is a primary care provider, practicing in Integrative Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Draisin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His top areas of expertise are Long Haul COVID, Insomnia, Tenosynovitis, and Umbilical Hernia.

    Karina G. Arzumanova
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine

    Karina G. Arzumanova, MD Private Practice

    2299 Post St, Ste 203, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Karina Arzumanova is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Arzumanova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Arzumanova is currently accepting new patients.

    Rena K. Fox
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine

    General Internal Medicine At Mount Zion

    1545 Divisadero St., First And Second Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rena Fox is an internal medicine specialist and an expert in hepatitis C, making her one of the few doctors in the country with this distinct combination of qualifications. She cares for patients with general health needs as well as those with viral hepatitis and liver disease. She teaches internal medicine residents as part of her primary care practice. As a researcher, Fox studies liver diseases such as hepatitis C and fatty liver disease, and factors such as which populations tend to be affected. Contributing to large studies conducted across multiple centers, she also researches long-term outcomes for patients with liver disease, such as hepatocellular carcinoma (the most common type of liver cancer) and cirrhosis. Fox earned her medical degree at the University of California, San Diego and completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Washington. She completed a UCSF fellowship in general internal medicine with a particular interest in hepatitis C, receiving training from UCSF hepatologists in viral hepatitis. Fox is internationally recognized as an educator. She lectures around the country and has been working with the Department of Veterans Affairs for more than a decade, developing educational tools and national policies on hepatitis C. She also serves as medical editor of the VA's viral hepatitis and liver disease website. Fox serves on the faculty of UCSF's Hepatitis C Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes), which remotely supports providers in underserved and rural areas by offering information and guidance on hepatitis C screening and care via telemedicine. Dr. Fox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Liver Cancer, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

    Anne W. Chang
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Women's Health Primary Care Clinic

    2356 Sutter St., Third And Fourth Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Anne W. Chang is an internal medicine specialist and serves as medical director of UCSF Women's Health Primary Care. She treats female patients with a variety of conditions, caring for many who have complex or multiple disorders. Her focus on cultivating long-term relationships with her patients has often led to her treating their family members as well. She is fluent in Mandarin and has a number of patients for whom Mandarin is their first or only language. She has an interest in integrative medicine and includes complementary therapies in her patients' treatment plans when appropriate. Chang earned her medical degree from McGovern Medical School, where she also completed residency training in internal medicine. Chang came to UCSF after working at Buffalo General Medical Center. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Alkaptonuria.

    Sara Lewin
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Colitis And Crohn's Disease Center

    1701 Divisadero St., Suite 120, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sara Lewin is a gastroenterologist who specializes in caring for patients with inflammatory bowel diseases, disorders of the small intestine and general gastroenterology concerns. In addition to evaluating patients in the clinic, she performs procedures to examine the digestive tract. These include upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy – in which the patient swallows a tiny camera that transmits images – and double-balloon enteroscopy, in which the doctor can enhance viewing by inflating balloons attached to the endoscope. Lewin's research interests include improving care for hospitalized patients with gastrointestinal illnesses and clinical trials for novel therapeutic agents for. Lewin earned her medical degree at UCSF, where she then completed a residency in internal medicine, followed by fellowships in gastroenterology and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Lewin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Daniel H. Null
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine

    General Internal Medicine At Mount Zion

    1701 Divisadero St., Suite 500, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Null is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Null is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His top areas of expertise are Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Chronic Cough, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Null is currently accepting new patients.

    Rishika Chugh
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology At Mount Zion

    1701 Divisadero St., Suite 120, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rishika Chugh is a gastroenterologist who cares for people with a range of digestive conditions and symptoms. She performs endoscopic procedures, such as upper endoscopy and colonoscopy, and specializes in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. She directs the UCSF Intestinal Ultrasound Clinic, where ultrasound imaging is used to assess inflammation and inform treatment decisions for patients with IBD. In research, Chugh focuses on IBD. She has a particular interest in how intestinal ultrasound can reduce the need for colonoscopies, as well as MRI and CT scans, and an interest in women's health in the context of IBD. She has investigated novel IBD medications, looking at their safety and efficacy, and has examined how having IBD impacts pregnancy outcomes. Chugh earned her medical degree at Sidney Kimmel Medical College. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Montefiore Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at Yale New Haven Hospital and a fellowship in IBD at UCSF. Dr. Chugh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, and Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.

    Brent G. Kobashi
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine

    General Internal Medicine At Mount Zion

    1701 Divisadero St., Suite 500, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Brent G. Kobashi is an internal medicine specialist who focuses on disease prevention in his patient care. He considers himself an interventional minimalist, emphasizing the fewest, best possible therapies with the most proven benefit. His particular interests include chronic disease management and quality of life, preventive care, healthy aging and treating such conditions as diabetes, high blood pressure and HIV. Kobashi also is knowledgeable on the subjects of cross-cultural medicine and underserved populations. Kobashi earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF. Dr. Kobashi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Chronic Cough, Vertigo, and Hyperhidrosis.

    Priya Kathpalia
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Endoscopy At Mount Zion

    1600 Divisadero St., First Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Priya Kathpalia is a gastroenterologist who cares for patients with conditions affecting the esophagus (the tube that goes from the mouth to the stomach), offering both diagnostic and therapeutic expertise. She treats esophageal motility disorders (problems with food passing through the esophagus), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), eosinophilic esophagitis (chronic inflammation of the esophagus likely caused by allergies) and other complex conditions involving the first part of the digestive tract. In addition to performing upper endoscopies and colonoscopies, she uses advanced diagnostic methods, such as esophageal manometry, Bravo esophageal pH monitoring, esophageal impedance pH testing, EndoFLIP and mucosal impedance (MiVu) studies. She serves as medical director of services for patients with issues related to esophageal motility. Kathpalia earned her medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, where she also completed a residency in internal medicine and served as chief resident. She completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at UCSF. Passionate about medical education and curriculum development, Kathpalia directs UCSF's gastroenterology fellowship program. She also co-chairs the UCSF Medical Staff Committee on Professionalism. She is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, where she served on the training committee. She also serves on the American Foregut Society's clinical practice committee and previously was a member of the editorial board for the journal Gastroenterology . Dr. Kathpalia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Her top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    350 Parnassus Ave Ste 900, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Harvey Watts is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Watts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Intestinal Parasitosis, Diarrhea, and Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.

    Madhulika (. Varma
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Experienced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

    Center For Colorectal Surgery

    1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Madhulika (Mika) Varma, chief of colorectal surgery at UCSF Medical Center, specializes in diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. Her areas of expertise include colorectal and anal cancer, inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, and pelvic floor disorders. She also is a specialist in treating many of these diseases using laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgical techniques. Varma is director of the Center for Pelvic Physiology, which evaluates patients with fecal incontinence, constipation, rectal cancer and anal fistula. She is co-director of the UCSF Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease and a member of the Women's Continence Center and Women's Health Clinical Research Center. Varma's research interests include clinical outcomes for inflammatory bowel diseases and defecation disorders. Varma earned her medical degree at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. She completed a residency in general surgery at UCSF and spent a year at the University of Minnesota for specialized training in colon and rectal surgery. In 2000, she returned to UCSF, where she completed a fellowship in clinical outcomes research and epidemiology. Dr. Varma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Her top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Internal Medicine

    Plushcare Of California Inc. A Professional Corp.

    101 Mission St Ste 800, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hyun Kim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Her top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

    Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that leads to pain in abdomen and changes in bowel movements.

    IBS is not the same as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

    When should I see an Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor near San Francisco, 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor near San Francisco, 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctors near San Francisco, 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctors near San Francisco, 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor near San Francisco, 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor near San Francisco, 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 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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