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    MediFind found 344 doctor with experience in Acute Pancreatitis near Pasadena, CA. Of these, 291 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced, 11 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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      Magdi G. Alexander
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Vascular Surgery

      Magdi Alexander, MD FACS

      50 Bellefontaine St, 409, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Magdi Alexander is a Colorectal Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Pasadena, California. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Elite in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Elite in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      USC Care Medical Group Inc

      125 W Hungtington Dr, 
      Arcadia, CA 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      James Buxbaum is a Gastroenterologist in Arcadia, California. Dr. Buxbaum is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Elite in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Elite in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center - Gastroenterology Department

      1526 N Edgemont St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Bechien Wu is a Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Wu is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Wu is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      209 Fair Oaks Ave, 
      South Pasadena, CA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Aaron Lewis is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in South Pasadena, California. Dr. Lewis has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      209 Fair Oaks Ave, 
      South Pasadena, CA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Isaac Paz is a General Surgeon in South Pasadena, California. Dr. Paz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Gastrectomy.

      Stephen J. Pandol
      Elite in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Elite in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

      8700 Beverly Blvd, 
      West Hollywood, CA 
       (14.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephen Pandol is a Gastroenterologist in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Pandol is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Distinguished in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      330 S Garfield Ave, Suite 248, 
      Alhambra, CA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bosheng Qiu is a Gastroenterologist in Alhambra, California. Dr. Qiu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Laleh G. Melstrom
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      1500 Duarte Rd, 
      Duarte, CA 
       (10.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Laleh Melstrom is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Duarte, California. Dr. Melstrom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      1560 E Chevy Chase Dr, Suite 320, 
      Glendale, CA 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Frederick Boghossian is a Gastroenterologist in Glendale, California. Dr. Boghossian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      1560 E Chevy Chase Dr, Suite 225, 
      Glendale, CA 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Isaac Bartley is a Gastroenterologist in Glendale, California. Dr. Bartley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Anemia, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Distinguished in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      500 N Garfield Ave, Suite 100, 
      Monterey Park, CA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Chia Lai is a Gastroenterologist in Monterey Park, California. Dr. Lai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Anemia, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      393 E Walnut St 3rd Fl, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Niket Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Mccune-Albright Syndrome, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      630 S Raymond Ave, Unit 340, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Elisa Alvarado is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Alvarado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Vitamin D Deficiency, Boils, and Folliculitis.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      10 Congress St, Suite 155, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Siew is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Siew is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation

      100 W California Blvd, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Dagher is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Dagher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Sepsis, Lymphangitis, and Liver Failure.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      100 W California Blvd, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Fischel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Fischel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Sepsis, Pertussis, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      100 W California Blvd, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Scott Gaspard is a General Surgeon in Pasadena, California. Dr. Gaspard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Fractured Spine.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Genesis Healthcare Partners PC

      50 Alessandro Pl, Suite 410, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Richard Nickowitz is a Gastroenterologist in Pasadena, California. Dr. Nickowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Visceromegaly, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Genesis Healthcare Partners PC

      50 Alessandro Pl, Suite 410, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kalman Edelman is a Gastroenterologist in Pasadena, California. Dr. Edelman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Genesis Healthcare Partners PC

      50 Alessandro Pl, Suite 410, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sassan Soltani is a Gastroenterologist in Pasadena, California. Dr. Soltani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Bile Duct Obstruction, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Acute Pancreatitis?

      Acute pancreatitis is sudden swelling and inflammation of the pancreas.

      When should I see an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Pasadena, 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 an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Pasadena, 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 Acute Pancreatitis doctors near Pasadena, 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 Acute Pancreatitis doctors near Pasadena, 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 an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Pasadena, 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 Acute Pancreatitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Pancreatitis 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 Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Pasadena, 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 Acute Pancreatitis 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 Acute Pancreatitis 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 Acute Pancreatitis doctors near Pasadena, CA?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Pancreatitis 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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