We understand that visiting the gastroenterologist may be a new experience for you and that you may be in pain or worried about your health. That?s why all the staff at the Santa Maria Digestive Diagnostic Center and Santa Maria Gastroenterology focus on making you feel comfortable and confident in our care. Our physicians and our medical team take extra care to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions and thoroughly explain your condition and treatment options. Dr. Hsia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

Mark Barton is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Pismo Beach, California. Dr. Barton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

Ludmila Burcovschi is a Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with honors in 2021. Having more than 2 years of diverse experiences, especially as a Nurse Practitioner, Ludmila Burcovschi is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center and French Hospital Medical Center. Ms. Burcovschi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Steven Sonnabend is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Pismo Beach, California. Dr. Sonnabend is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Bladder Cancer, and Urothelial Cancer. Dr. Sonnabend is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Quezada earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from TexasA&M Health Science Center College of Medicine. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology/Hepatology training from Los Angeles County/University of Southern CaliforniaMedical Center. He’s skilled in general GI procedures as well as EndoscopicRetrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and performs this procedure at the French Hospital Advanced GI Lab. While in medical school, Dr. Quezada developed a health care program for medical students to participate in treatment of migrant farm worker patients. Dr. Quezada is fluent in Spanish ❝ My care philosophy is to work with my patients to developtheir health goals and do all that is possible to assist themin achieving those goals.❞—Michael Quezada, MD. Dr. Quezada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Toxic Megacolon, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Francisco Debs is a Physician Assistant in Pismo Beach, California. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Erik Olson is a Radiologist in Shell Beach, California. Dr. Olson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Ascites, Pleurisy, and Breast Lump.

Poonam Joshi is a Physician Assistant in Arroyo Grande, California. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Pankaj Karan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Karan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chorea-Acanthocytosis.

Accessible and Comprehensive Quality Health Care Services. Dr. Bhat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Steele is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Board Certification: Certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, GastroenterologyFellowship Training: Duke University Medical CenterInternship and Residency: University of California, San Diego Medical CenterMedical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolProfessional Memberships: Member, American Gastroenterological AssociationMember and Fellow, American College of Gastroenterology. Dr. Mundorf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Dr. Paul Guzik specializes in diagnosing and treating variousconditions affecting the digestive system which includesthe gastrointestinal tract as well as the pancreas, liver, bile ductsand gallbladder. ❝ I believe prevention is a crucialaspect of gastrointestinal care.By promoting healthy lifestylechoices, age appropriatescreening, and early detection,we can work together to achievethe best possible outcomes.I am honored to partner with mypatients in this process.❞—Paul Guzik, DO Fellowship: Gastroenterology Fellow from Loma Linda University HealthEducation Consortium in Loma Linda, CaliforniaResidency: Internal Medicine Residency from the University of Texas atAustin—Dell Medical SchoolMedical School: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Des Moines UniversityCollege of Osteopathic Medicine in IowaUndergraduate: Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Exercise Science fromSt. John’s University, Collegeville, MinnesotaProfessional Memberships: American Society of GastrointestinalEndoscopy (ASGE), American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), AmericanGastroenterology Association (AGA). . His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Laminectomy.

Dr. Nicholas Placone specializes in diagnosing and treating manycomplex conditions in Gastroenterology and Hepatology and he alsohas sub-specialized training in treatment of esophageal and motilitydisorders of the GI tract. ❝ I believe in patient-centeredmedical care and dedicatingthe time to understand eachpatient’s specific needs andensure understanding about theirown disease processes in orderto form a personalized plan ofcare together.❞—Nicholas Placone, MD Fellowship: Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellow from the University ofSouthern California-Los Angeles (USC) and Los Angeles General MedicalCenter (LAC)Residency: Internal Medicine Residency from University of California, DavisMedical School: Doctor of Medicine from Medical College of WisconsinUndergraduate: Joint Major Mathematics and Economics and Minor inBiology from University of California, San DiegoProfessional Memberships: American College of Gastroenterology (ACG),American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), AmericanNeurogastroenterology and Motility Society (ANMS). . His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis B, Jaundice, Hepatitis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Endoscopy.

Paul Wetzel is a Gastroenterologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Wetzel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Wetzel is currently accepting new patients.

Corey Hiti is a Radiologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Hiti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Galactocoele, and Appendicitis.

Arthur Duberg is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Duberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Folliculitis, Boils, Carbuncle, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

Karan Gulaya is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Gulaya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Gallbladder Disease.

Kristen Kieley is a Radiologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Kieley has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Angiomyoma, and Uterine Fibroids.

Farnaz Pirayesh is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Pirayesh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Hypothyroidism, and High Cholesterol.