The 20 Best Stomach Cancer Doctors Near Me in Santa Barbara, CA

Find the Top Stomach Cancer Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Stomach Cancer near Santa Barbara, CA. Of these, 19 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Mick S. Meiselman
    Advanced in Stomach Cancer
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Stomach Cancer
    Gastroenterology

    Sansum Clinic Pueblo Multi-Specialty Clinic

    317 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mick Meiselman is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Meiselman has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Pancreatectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Mark Abate
    Advanced in Stomach Cancer
    Advanced in Stomach Cancer

    Sansum Clinic Pueblo Multi-Specialty Clinic

    317 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Abate is an Oncologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Abate has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Stomach Cancer
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Advanced in Stomach Cancer
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Ridley-Tree Cancer Center

    540 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Conway is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Conway is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.

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    Eric Bank
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Oncology
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Oncology

    Ridley-Tree Cancer Center

    540 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Bank is an Oncologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Bank is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, and Ovarian Carcinosarcoma.

    Constance Stoehr
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer

    Ridley-Tree Cancer Center

    540 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Constance Stoehr is an Oncologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Stoehr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Appendix Cancer, and Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Gastroenterology

    Sansum Clinic Pueblo Multi-Specialty Clinic

    317 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vincent Derosa is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Derosa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Gastroenterology

    Sansum Clinic Pueblo Multi-Specialty Clinic

    317 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Caves is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Caves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Ridley-Tree Cancer Center

    540 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wonsuk Suh is a Radiation Oncologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Suh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, and Metastatic Brain Tumor.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer

    Ridley-Tree Cancer Center

    540 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregg Newman is an Oncologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Newman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer

    Ridley-Tree Cancer Center

    540 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mukul Gupta is an Oncologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Urothelial Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Ridley-Tree Cancer Center

    540 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Cheng is a Radiation Oncologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer

    Sansum Clinic Pesetas Multi-Specialty Clinic

    215 Pesetas Lane, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Hartzman is a Radiologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Hartzman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology

    UCLA Health Primary Care Santa Barbara

    111 E Victoria St Fl 3, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Julian Davis is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Gastroenterology

    Sansum Clinic

    317 W Pueblo St, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Egan is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Egan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Internal Medicine

    Sansum Clinic Pueblo Multi-Specialty Clinic

    317 West Pueblo Street, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Mandel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Mandel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Pueblo At Bath St., 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arthur Lee is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Interventional Radiology

    Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

    400 W Pueblo St, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stuart Braverman is an Interventional Radiologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Braverman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Bronchiectasis, Colorectal Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer

    Pacific Diagnostic Laboratory-Pueblo

    540 W Pueblo St, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Godfrey is an Oncologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Godfrey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, and Factor V Leiden Thrombophilia.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer

    Steven Zelko

    309 W Quinto St, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Greenwald is an Oncologist in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Greenwald is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stomach Cancer
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1478 E Valley Rd, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Babji Mesipam is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Mesipam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stomach Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Stomach Cancer?

    Stomach cancer occurs when the mucous cells lining the stomach develop abnormalities and become cancerous. The most common type of stomach cancer is adenocarcinoma, which accounts for 90% of all stomach cancer cases. Other rare types of stomach cancer occur in different areas of the stomach and include gastric lymphomas, gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs), and carcinoid tumors.  Gastric lymphomas are cancers of the stomach’s immune system tissue. Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) can be either non-cancerous (benign) or cancerous and form in a special type of stomach wall cells called the interstitial cells of Cajal, which is a type of muscle tissue. Carcinoid tumors originate in the endocrine and nervous systems and are slow-growing. Stomach cancer is rare before age 50, mostly occurs in individuals over the age of 60, and is common in Japan. While high rates of stomach cancer still occur globally, the overall rates have significantly decreased over the past twenty years.  Stomach cancer is categorized based on the following stages: Stage 0 – Carcinoma in Situ is where cell abnormalities occur in the lining of the stomach (mucosa) which may become cancerous and spread (metastasis). Stage 1 (IA and IB) – Cancer has developed in the lining of the stomach (mucosa) and may have spread to the next layer of the stomach (submucosa); Cancer has developed in the lining of the stomach (mucosa) and may have spread to the next layer of the stomach (submucosa) and 1 or 2 near lymph nodes or the stomach muscle layer. Stage II (IIA and IIB) – Cancer may have spread to next lining of stomach (submucosa) and 3- to-6 near lymph nodes; or spread to stomach muscle layer and 1 or 2 near lymph nodes; or has spread to layer of stomach connective tissue. Cancer may have spread to outer lining of stomach (submucosa) and 7-to-15 near lymph nodes; or has spread to stomach muscle layer and 3-to-6 lymph nodes; or has spread to layer of stomach connective tissue and 1 or 2 near lymph nodes; or has spread to the outer wall of the stomach (serosa). Stage III (IIIA, IIIB, and IIIC) – Cancer has spread to stomach muscle and 7-to-15 near lymph nodes; or spread to layer of stomach connective tissue (subserosa) and 3-to-6 near lymph nodes; or spread to layer of stomach connective tissue (subserosa) and 1-to-6 near lymph nodes; or spread to near organs, such as abdominal wall, adrenal gland, back of abdomen, colon, diaphragm, kidney, liver, small intestine, or pancreas. Cancer has spread to next layer of stomach (submucosa) or stomach muscle layer and 16 or more near lymph nodes; or spread to layer of stomach connective tissue (subserosa) or the stomach wall (serosa) and 7-to-15 near lymph nodes; or has spread to near organs, such as abdominal wall, adrenal gland, back of abdomen, colon, diaphragm, kidney, liver, small intestine, or pancreas and 1-to-6 near lymph nodes. Cancer has spread to layer of stomach connective tissue (subserosa) or stomach wall (serosa) and 16 or more near lymph nodes; or has spread to near organs, such as abdominal wall, adrenal gland, back of abdomen, colon, diaphragm, kidney, liver, small intestine, or pancreas and 7 or more near lymph nodes. Stage IV – Cancer has spread to other parts of the body (distant metastasis), such as distant lymph nodes, the liver, lungs, or peritoneum (lining of abdomen). While stomach cancer generally progresses slowly, the stage of stomach cancer determines its treatment and outcome (prognosis).

    When should I see a Stomach Cancer doctor near Santa Barbara, 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 Stomach Cancer doctor near Santa Barbara, 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 Stomach Cancer doctors near Santa Barbara, 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 Stomach Cancer doctors near Santa Barbara, 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 Stomach Cancer doctor near Santa Barbara, 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 Stomach Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Stomach Cancer 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 Stomach Cancer doctor near Santa Barbara, 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 Stomach Cancer 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 Stomach Cancer 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 Stomach Cancer doctors near Santa Barbara, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Stomach Cancer 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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