The 20 Best Short Bowel Syndrome Doctors Near Me in burbank, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 38 doctor with experience in Short Bowel Syndrome near burbank, CA. Of these, 31 are Experienced, 4 are Distinguished and 3 are Advanced.

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38 providers found
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4650 W Sunset Blvd Fl 2, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Beth Carter is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Carter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Biliary Atresia, Gastroschisis, and Malabsorption.

    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 210, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Berkeley Limketkai is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Limketkai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Russell Merritt is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Merritt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Malabsorption, Atresia of Small Intestine, Gastroschisis, and Small Bowel Resection.

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    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Philippe Quilici, MD

    201 S Buena Vista St, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Philippe Quilici is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Burbank, California. Dr. Quilici is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Quilici is board certified in American Board Surgery. Dr. Quilici is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    6310 San Vicente Blvd Ste 510, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dorothy Lowe is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lowe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Short Bowel Syndrome, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Lowe is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Gayer is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Gayer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Appendicitis, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 Medical Plz Ste 265, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Venick is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Venick is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malabsorption, Short Bowel Syndrome, Alagille Syndrome, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shreena Patel is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis, Biliary Atresia, Short Bowel Syndrome, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Spurrier is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Spurrier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Omphalocele, and Pectus Carinatum.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hillel Naon is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Naon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Atresia, Gastroschisis, Lactose Intolerance, and Encopresis.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Yanni is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Yanni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Atresia, Liver Failure, Jaundice, Liver Transplant, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai Gastroenterology-Los Angeles

    8631 W 3rd St Ste 1040 Ofc East, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Feldman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Feldman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai Gastrointestinal (Gi) Motility

    8720 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Pimentel is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Pimentel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Appendectomy.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Referral may be required

    Pacific Clinics

    679 S New Hampshire Ave Ste 400, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Simon Chen is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Blastomycosis, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Mission Community Hospital

    14850 Roscoe Blvd, 
    Panorama City, CA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amit Grover is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Panorama City, California. Dr. Grover is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Spalding Outpatient Surgery Ce

    120 S Spalding Dr Ste 115, 
    Beverly Hills, CA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahab Mehdizadeh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Mehdizadeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Department Of Surgery

    10833 Le Conte Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shant Shekherdimian is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Shekherdimian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Short Bowel Syndrome, Esophageal Atresia Coloboma Talipes, and Esophageal Atresia.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Department Of Surgery

    10833 Le Conte Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Wagner is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Hirschsprung Disease, Imperforate Anus, and Pectus Excavatum.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Department Of Surgery

    10833 Le Conte Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jorge Vargas is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Vargas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atresia of Small Intestine, Malnutrition, Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, and Short Bowel Syndrome.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    County Of Los Angeles Auditor Controller

    2051 Marengo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jamie Knell is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Knell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis and Short Bowel Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Short Bowel Syndrome?

    Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result.

    When should I see a Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near burbank, 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near burbank, 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctors near burbank, 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctors near burbank, 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near burbank, 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near burbank, 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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctors near burbank, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Short Bowel Syndrome 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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