The 20 Best Primary Biliary Cholangitis Doctors Near Me in La Mesa, CA

Find the Top Primary Biliary Cholangitis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 38 doctor with experience in Primary Biliary Cholangitis near La Mesa, CA. Of these, 34 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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38 providers found
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Family Medicine

    MDVIP - La Mesa, CA

    8911 La Mesa Blvd Ste 105, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia Deckert is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Deckert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retinopathy Arteriosclerotic, Shingles, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    5565 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 227, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Husam Elsheikh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Elsheikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Anemia, Opioid Induced Constipation, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Family Medicine

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

    5525 Grossmont Center Dr, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Saba Yousefian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Yousefian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology

    Michael Lajin M.D. Inc

    8860 Center Dr Ste 330, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rokay Kamyar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Kamyar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Hemorrhoids, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine

    Michael L. Butera MD Inc.

    6699 Alvarado Rd Ste 2309, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Chang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology

    Precision Research Institute LLC

    292 Euclid Ave Ste 115, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Taddese Desta is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Desta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine

    La Maestra Family Clinic Inc

    4060 Fairmount Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adla Tessier is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Tessier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Gilbert Syndrome, Obesity in Children, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine

    Scripps Coast Medical Center-East Lake

    971 Lane Ave, 
    Chula Vista, CA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Brunsting is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Brunsting is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Richter Syndrome. Dr. Brunsting is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology

    UC San Diego

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

    Michel Mendler is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Mendler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Enlarged Liver, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Hepatology
    Advanced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Hepatology

    UC San Diego

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

    Yuko Kono is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Kono is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Cancer, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine

    Southern California Liver Centers, Inc.

    303 H St Ste 103, 
    Chula Vista, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Deanna Oliver is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Oliver is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Hepatitis, Enlarged Liver, and Cirrhosis.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine

    Scripps Clinic Medical Group

    7565 Mission Valley Rd Ste 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kristen Haring is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Haring is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid Resistance, Hypoaldosteronism, Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency, and Alcoholic Cirrhosis.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Internal Medicine

    VA Compensation And Pension Clinic

    San Diego, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fred Corey is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Corey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Biliary Cholangitis.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology

    San Diego Dig Dis Consult R Snyder

    8008 Frost St Ste 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Politoske is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Politoske is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Bile Duct Cysts, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology

    Sharp Healthcare

    2929 Health Center Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Wolosin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Wolosin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology

    Sharp Healthcare

    2929 Health Center Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alissa Speziale is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Speziale is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology

    Sharp Healthcare

    2929 Health Center Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nanae Takatori is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Takatori is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology

    Sharp Healthcare

    2929 Health Center Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Darren Keller is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Keller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Gastroenterology

    Sharp Healthcare

    2929 Health Center Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tommy Yen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Yen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
    Family Medicine

    Hillcrest Family Health Center

    4094 4th Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Griffiths is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Griffiths is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, AIDS Dementia Complex, and HIV/AIDS.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Primary Biliary Cholangitis?

    The bile ducts are tubes that move bile from the liver to the small intestine. Bile is a substance that helps with digestion. All of the bile ducts together are called the biliary tract.

    When the bile ducts become swollen or inflamed, this blocks the flow of bile. These changes can lead to scarring of the liver called cirrhosis. This is called biliary cirrhosis. Advanced cirrhosis can lead to liver failure.

    When should I see a Primary Biliary Cholangitis doctor near La Mesa, 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis doctor near La Mesa, 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis doctors near La Mesa, 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis doctors near La Mesa, 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis doctor near La Mesa, 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Primary Biliary Cholangitis 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis doctor near La Mesa, 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis doctors near La Mesa, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Primary Biliary Cholangitis 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Primary Biliary Cholangitis 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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