The 20 Best Retroperitoneal Inflammation Doctors Near Me in Santa Monica, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 387 doctor with experience in Retroperitoneal Inflammation near Santa Monica, CA. Of these, 329 are Experienced, 56 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation

    UCLA Medical Center-Santa Monica

    1250 16th St, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Plotkin is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Plotkin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Pleural Effusion, and Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Radiology
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Radiology

    UCLA Medical Center-Santa Monica

    1250 16th St, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victor Sai is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Sai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Uterine Fibroids, and Angiomyoma.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation

    UCLA Medical Center-Santa Monica

    1250 16th St, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Zaragoza is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Zaragoza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Appendicitis, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

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    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery
    2001 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 1170W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Lublin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Lublin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Lublin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    2001 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 680W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tracey Childs is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Childs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Rectal Prolapse, Hernia Surgery, and Mastectomy. Dr. Childs is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Radiology
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Radiology

    Tower Imaging Medical Group Inc.

    2202 Wilshire Blvd, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Joyce is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Joyce is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery | Pediatrics

    UCLA Pediatric Surgery

    200 UCLA Medical Plaza, Ste 265, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Surgical precision with respect and compassion always. Dr. Deugarte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis, Appendicitis, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Deugarte is board certified in Surgery General Surgery and Surgery (Sub: Pediatric Surgery). Dr. Deugarte is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery | Pediatrics

    UCLA Pediatric Surgery

    200 UCLA Medical Plaza, Ste 265, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Lee is a General Surgeon and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. His clinical expertise encompasses Donnai-Barrow Syndrome, Fryns Syndrome, Pectus Excavatum, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. Dr. Lee is board certified in Surgery (Sub: Pediatric Surgery) and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Henry Cryer is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Cryer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barbara Kadell is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kadell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colonic Malakoplakia, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Appendicitis.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Catherine Lewis is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Shock, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Gastrointestinal Fistula.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rinat Masamed is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Masamed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, Thyroid Nodule, and Colonic Malakoplakia.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Radiology
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Radiology

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Kim is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Thyroid Nodule.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Radiology
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Radiology

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sindy Wei is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Wei is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.

    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Pediatric Radiology

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shahnaz Ghahremani is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Ghahremani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Pleurisy, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation

    Santa Monica Outpatient Imaging And Interventional Center

    1245 16th St Ste 100, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Omar Sahagun is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Sahagun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery
    1301 20th Street, Suite 100, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Meena Said is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Said is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Osteitis Fibrosa, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Said is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation

    Office

    1250 16th St Ste 2340, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Suzanne Homer is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Homer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Vertigo, Pleurisy, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery
    2021 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 337E, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Harvey Deutsch is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Deutsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Necrosis, Esophageal Perforation, Thyroidectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Deutsch is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Retroperitoneal Inflammation
    General Surgery

    University Cardiovascular Medical Group

    1304 15th St Ste 102, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Kwaan is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Kwaan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retroperitoneal Inflammation. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Retroperitoneal Inflammation?

    Retroperitoneal inflammation causes swelling that occurs in the retroperitoneal space. Over time, it can lead to a mass behind the abdomen and its contents called retroperitoneal fibrosis.

    The retroperitoneal space is in front of the lower back and behind the abdominal lining (peritoneum). Organs in this space include the:

    • Kidneys
    • Lymph nodes
    • Pancreas
    • Ureters
    • Adrenal glands
    • Esophagus
    • Abdominal aorta
    • Parts of the colon and stomach
    • Rectum

    When should I see a Retroperitoneal Inflammation doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation doctors near Santa Monica, 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation doctors near Santa Monica, 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Retroperitoneal Inflammation 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation doctors near Santa Monica, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Retroperitoneal Inflammation 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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