The 20 Best Proctitis Doctors Near Me in Downey, CA

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The 20 Best Proctitis Doctors near Downey, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 161 doctor with experience in Proctitis near Downey, CA. Of these, 143 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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161 providers found
    Distinguished in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Fernando Ibarra, M.D., Inc.

    3400 E Florence Ave, 
    Huntington Park, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fernando Ibarra is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Huntington Park, California. Dr. Ibarra has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Diverticular Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Family Medicine

    Via Care Community Health Center

    10230 Artesia Blvd, Ste 207, 
    Bellflower, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ernesto Cortez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bellflower, California. Dr. Cortez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, and High Cholesterol.

    Divya Mallam
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    Pain Management Downey Medical Office Building

    11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 204, 
    Downey, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Divya Mallam is a Gastroenterologist in Downey, California. Dr. Mallam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Kyle Cologne
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Los Angeles-Plastic Surgery

    1450 San Pablo St Ste 6200, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kyle Cologne is a Colorectal Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Cologne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Colostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    Minkes & Deere M.D.'S

    11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 111, 
    Downey, CA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Dholaria is a Gastroenterologist in Downey, California. Dr. Dholaria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Diverticular Disease.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 107, 
    Downey, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Weiss is a Gastroenterologist in Downey, California. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Achalasia, Proctitis, and Esophagitis.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Gastro-Digestive Medical Group

    11480 Brookshire Ave, 
    Downey, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hemant Pande is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Downey, California. Dr. Pande has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    A C W Medical Products Inc

    11500 Brookshire Ave, 
    Downey, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Nguyen is a Gastroenterologist in Downey, California. Dr. Nguyen has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    General Practice
    Experienced in Proctitis
    General Practice

    Ragaa Z. Iskarous, MD Inc.

    11003 Lakewood Blvd, 
    Downey, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ragaa Iskarous is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Downey, California. Dr. Iskarous has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Tension Headache.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    Optum - Downey Lakewood Specialty

    10441 Lakewood Blvd, 
    Downey, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paurush Shah is a Gastroenterologist in Downey, California. Dr. Shah has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Hemorrhoids, Gastritis, and Diverticular Disease. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Proctitis
    General Surgery

    Orchard Medical Offices

    9449 E Imperial Hwy, 
    Downey, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bradford Tropea is a General Surgeon in Downey, California. Dr. Tropea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Tropea is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    Garden Medical Offices

    9353 Imperial Hwy, 
    Downey, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicole Evans is a Gastroenterologist in Downey, California. Dr. Evans is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Evans is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Family Medicine

    Eric R Batres Medical Corporation

    5101 Florence Ave, 
    Bell, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Batres is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bell, California. Dr. Batres has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Common Cold, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastro-Digestive Medical Group

    3621 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 
    Lynwood, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Blam is a Gastroenterologist in Lynwood, California. Dr. Blam has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Anemia, Hemorrhoids, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastro-Digestive Medical Group

    3621 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 
    Lynwood, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    51+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sushil Ojha is a Gastroenterologist in Lynwood, California. Dr. Ojha has been practicing medicine for over 51 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Pediatrics

    Ana Lastenia Rodas

    3559 Gage Ave, 
    Bell Gardens, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ana Rodas is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Bell Gardens, California. Dr. Rodas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Tonsillitis, Obesity in Children, Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, and Food Allergy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Proctitis
    General Surgery

    General Surgery Wells Medical Office Building

    12462 Putnam St Ste 500, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nishit Shah is a General Surgeon in Whittier, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Gastroenterology

    Timothy C. Simmons, MD Private Practice

    3816 Woodruff Ave, Ste 411, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Our goal is to provide care that is second to none via physicians and staff who are knowledgeable in all aspects of gastroenterology. We believe that this care be delivered through compassion, confidentiality, and understanding of your need for service regardless of race, religion, or economic background. Dr. Simmons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophageal Varices, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Proctitis
    General Surgery

    Office

    600 N Garfield Ave Ste 306, 
    Monterey Park, CA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shiun Ker is a General Surgeon in Monterey Park, California. Dr. Ker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Proctitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Los Angeles-Plastic Surgery

    1450 San Pablo St Ste 6200, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Koller is a Colorectal Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Koller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proctitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Anal Fissure, Diverticular Disease, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Proctitis?

    Proctitis is an inflammation of the rectum. It can cause discomfort, bleeding, and the discharge of mucus or pus.

    When should I see a Proctitis doctor near Downey, 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 Proctitis doctor near Downey, 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 Proctitis doctors near Downey, 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 Proctitis doctors near Downey, 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 Proctitis doctor near Downey, 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 Proctitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Proctitis 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 Proctitis doctor near Downey, 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 Proctitis 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 Proctitis 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 Proctitis doctors near Downey, CA?

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

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