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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 1428 doctor with experience in Esophageal Varices near California, US. Of these, 1160 are Experienced, 217 are Advanced and 51 are Distinguished.

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    1,428 providers found
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Enloe Medical Center

      111 Raley Blvd, Suite 100, 
      Chico, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peter Bangsund is a Gastroenterologist in Chico, California. Dr. Bangsund is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Colitis, Lower Esophageal Ring, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      27700 Medical Center Road, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Tarek Hassanein is a Gastroenterologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Hassanein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Hassanein is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Paul Pockros is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Pockros is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Primary Biliary Cholangitis, and Cirrhosis.

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      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology | Radiology | Hematology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology | Radiology | Hematology

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Yuko Kono is a Hepatologist and a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Kono is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. Her top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Cirrhosis, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9350 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Preetika Sinh is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Sinh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Sinh is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Kern County Hospital Authority

      1700 Mount Vernon Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Tarun Rustagi is a Gastroenterologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Rustagi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      16260 Ventura Boulevard, Suite LL15, 
      Encino, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mordo Suchov is a Gastroenterologist in Encino, California. Dr. Suchov is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Esophagitis, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Suchov is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Fernando Ibarra MD Inc

      309 W Beverly Blvd, 
      Montebello, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Fernando Ibarra is a Gastroenterologist in Montebello, California. Dr. Ibarra is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Diverticular Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology
      5767 W Century Blvd, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Tien Dong is a Hepatologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Dong is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Portal Hypertension, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Adventist Health Physicians Network

      801 S Chevy Chase Dr, Suite 200, 
      Glendale, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Tabibian is a Gastroenterologist in Glendale, California. Dr. Tabibian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Sclerosing Cholangitis, Cholangitis, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Covington Menz Lyche And Lin Medical Gp

      168 N Brent St, Suite 404, 
      Ventura, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kip Lyche is a Gastroenterologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Lyche is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Visceromegaly, Hepatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Community Foundation Medical Group

      2335 E Kashian Ln, 
      Fresno, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Naeem Akhtar is a Gastroenterologist in Fresno, California. Dr. Akhtar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Esophageal Varices, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices

      Stanford Health Care

      2585 Samaritan Dr, 
      San Jose, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Tahereh Ghaziani is a Hepatologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Ghaziani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. Her top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Esophageal Varices, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Merced Gastroenterology Medical Office Inc

      386 W Olive Ave, Suite A, 
      Merced, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sivakumar Munnangi is a Gastroenterologist in Merced, California. Dr. Munnangi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology

      USC Care Medical Group Inc

      1441 Eastlake Ave, Suite 2424, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Liyun Yuan is a Hepatologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Yuan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Enloe Medical Center

      111 Raley Blvd, Suite 100, 
      Chico, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shaheen Rasheed is a Gastroenterologist in Chico, California. Dr. Rasheed is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Central California Faculty Medical Group Inc

      2823 Fresno St, 
      Fresno, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ujagger Dhillon is a Gastroenterologist in Fresno, California. Dr. Dhillon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices

      USC Care Medical Group Inc

      1520 San Pablo St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Saro Khemichian is a Hepatologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Khemichian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology
      301 S Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 305, 
      Pasadena, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Edward Mena is a Hepatologist in Pasadena, California. Dr. Mena is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Liver Cancer, and Liver Embolization.

      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Gastro Care Institute

      900 N Heritage Dr, Suite B, 
      Ridgecrest, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kumaravel Perumalsamy is a Gastroenterologist in Ridgecrest, California. Dr. Perumalsamy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Esophageal Varices?

      Esophageal varices is a condition in which enlarged (varicose) veins develop in the lower esophagus (swallowing tube that connects mouth to stomach). Esophageal varices frequently occur in individuals with serious liver diseases, such as cirrhosis (liver scaring and fibrosis), who have developed portal hypertension (high blood pressure in portal vein). Esophageal varices can also be caused by parasitic liver diseases, such as schistosomiasis (flatworms). Esophageal varices can rupture and cause dangerous bleeding (hemorrhage).

      When should I see an Esophageal Varices doctor in California, US?

      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 an Esophageal Varices doctor in California, US?

      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 Esophageal Varices doctors in California, US?

      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 Esophageal Varices doctors in California, US?

      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 an Esophageal Varices doctor in California, US?

      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 Esophageal Varices doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Esophageal Varices 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 an Esophageal Varices doctor in California, US?

      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 Esophageal Varices 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 Esophageal Varices 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 Esophageal Varices doctors in California, US?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Esophageal Varices 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 an Esophageal Varices doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Esophageal Varices 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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