The 20 Best Tenesmus Doctors Near Me in pacoima, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 65 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near pacoima, CA. Of these, 60 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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65 providers found
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    Northeast Valley Health Pharmacy

    1600 San Fernando Rd, 
    San Fernando, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alicia Lwin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Fernando, California. Dr. Lwin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lwin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    Valley Community Healthcare

    9119 Haskell Ave, 
    North Hills, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Luna is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in North Hills, California. Dr. Luna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 70 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Obesity in Children, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Luna is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    The Breast Center Laboratory

    14624 Sherman Way Ste 600, 
    Van Nuys, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jesse Sanders is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Van Nuys, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Sanders is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    Northeast Valley Health Corp. Pacoima Health Center

    12756 Van Nuys Blvd, 
    Pacoima, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Degiorgio is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pacoima, California. Dr. Degiorgio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papular Urticaria, Obesity, Hyperhidrosis, and Hemolytic Crisis.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Facey Medical Group A Medical Corp.

    15451 San Fernando Mission Blvd Ste 200, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peyman Mesbah-Oskui is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mission Hills, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Mesbah-Oskui is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Sepsis, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    Facey Endoscopy Center

    11333 Sepulveda Blvd, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zinat Choudhury is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Choudhury is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    11333 Sepulveda Boulevard, Floor 2, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Huey is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Huey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Visceromegaly, and Cirrhosis.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Practice
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Practice

    Healthcare Angels Medical Clinic, Inc.

    9146 Sepulveda Blvd, 
    North Hills, CA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hosseingholi Ziaee is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in North Hills, California. Dr. Ziaee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, High Cholesterol, Sciatica, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    17075 Devonshire Street, Suite 200, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mysore Nagaraja is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Northridge, California. Dr. Nagaraja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Childhood Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Nagaraja is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nagaraja is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    Valley Community Healthcare

    6801 Coldwater Canyon Ave, 
    North Hollywood, CA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lisa Zeelander is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in North Hollywood, California. Dr. Zeelander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Zeelander is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Valley Community Healthcare

    6801 Coldwater Canyon Ave, 
    North Hollywood, CA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Roger Peeks is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in North Hollywood, California. Dr. Peeks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, and Familial Hypertriglyceridemia. Dr. Peeks is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Valley Village Health Clinic PC

    12626 Riverside Dr, 
    Valley Village, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kristine Vardanyan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Valley Village, California. Dr. Vardanyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), High Cholesterol, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Vardanyan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Dale J Brent MD A Medical Corporation

    4955 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 411, 
    Sherman Oaks, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dale Brent is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sherman Oaks, California. Dr. Brent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Carbamoyl Phosphate Synthetase 1 Deficiency, N-Acetylglutamate Synthase Deficiency, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Brent is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Suhail B. Salem, MD Private Practice

    18350 Roscoe Blvd, Ste 702, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Suhail Salem is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Northridge, California. Dr. Salem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Salem is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Gastroenterology), and Internal Medicine. Dr. Salem is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required
    16311 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 505, 
    Encino, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Lake is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Lake is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Anal Fissure, Hemorrhoids, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lake is board certified in American Board Surgery. Dr. Lake is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Family Medicine

    Ayuna K. Panossian, MD Private Practice

    333 E Magnolia Blvd, Ste 103, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ayuna Panossian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Burbank, California. Dr. Panossian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Panossian is board certified in Family Medicine and Family Medicine (Sub: Hospice And Palliative Medicine. Dr. Panossian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Referral required
    222 West Eulalia Street, Suite 100A, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anamaria Mcelrath-Garza is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Glendale, California. Dr. Mcelrath-Garza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Proctitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Mcelrath-Garza is board certified in Surgery General Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery, and American Board Surgery. Dr. Mcelrath-Garza is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Internal Medicine

    Parviz Amini, MD Private Practice

    8435 Reseda Blvd, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Parviz Amini is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Northridge, California. Dr. Amini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Tietz Syndrome, and Costochondritis. Dr. Amini is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Genesis Healthcare Partners

    12626 Riverside Dr, 
    Valley Village, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Kasher is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Valley Village, California. Dr. Kasher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Anemia, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Kasher is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kasher is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Tenesmus
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Genesis Healthcare Partners

    12626 Riverside Dr, 
    Valley Village, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benedict Garrett is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Valley Village, California. Dr. Garrett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Garrett is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Garrett is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Tenesmus?

    Tenesmus is the feeling that you need to pass stools, even though your bowels are already empty. It may involve straining, pain, and cramping.

    When should I see a Tenesmus doctor near pacoima, 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 Tenesmus doctor near pacoima, 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 Tenesmus doctors near pacoima, 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 Tenesmus doctors near pacoima, 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 Tenesmus doctor near pacoima, 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 Tenesmus doctor search results page. 

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

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

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