The 20 Best UPJ Obstruction Doctors Near Me in Santa Monica, CA

Find the Top UPJ Obstruction Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 126 doctor with experience in UPJ Obstruction near Santa Monica, CA. Of these, 80 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction
    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction
    2021 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 510E, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Leslie Kaplan is a Urologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Kaplan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Kaplan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    2001 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 460W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mehran Movassaghi is a Urologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Movassaghi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Movassaghi is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction
    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction

    UCLA Urology Associates

    1260 15th St Ste 1200, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Dunn is a Urologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Dunn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Perirenal Abscess, Boils, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

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    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    2021 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 510E, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dino Concini is a Urologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Concini is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epididymitis, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Bladder Outlet Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Concini is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 300, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Linehan is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Linehan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Linehan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    General Surgery
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    General Surgery

    UCLA Urology Associates

    1260 15th St Ste 1200, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zachery Baxter is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Baxter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Outlet Obstruction, Neurogenic Bladder, Urinary Incontinence, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction

    Office

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Victor Nitti is a Urologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nitti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Bladder Outlet Obstruction, Ureteral Reconstruction, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Center For Women's Pelvic Health At UCLA

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 140, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Saigal is a Urologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Saigal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Prostatectomy, and Lithotripsy.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Center For Women's Pelvic Health At UCLA

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 140, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kymora Scotland is a Urologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Scotland is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Boils, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    414 North Camden Drive, Suite 650, 
    Beverly Hills, CA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ali-reza Sharif is a Urologist practicing medicine in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Sharif is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Sharif is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    8540 South Sepulveda Boulevard, Suite 911, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nickolas Tomasic is a Urologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Tomasic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epididymitis, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Tomasic is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction
    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction

    Advanced Urology Medical Offices

    8540 S Sepulveda Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sameer Malhotra is a Urologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Malhotra is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Malhotra is board certified in American Board Urology.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    8635 West 3rd Street, Suite 1W, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Josephson is a Urologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Josephson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Hydronephrosis, Lymphadenectomy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Josephson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction

    Tower Urology

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 1W, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin J Houman is a Urologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. J Houman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Priapism, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. J Houman is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction

    Pacific Post Acute

    1323 17th St, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Milton Krisiloff is a Urologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Krisiloff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction

    UCLA Urology Associates

    1260 15th St Ste 1200, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Yao is a Urologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Yao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Boils, Ureteroscopy, and Orchiectomy.

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction

    Peter M. Loisides MD Inc.

    2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 590W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Loisides is a Urologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Loisides is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Acute Cystitis, Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction

    UCLA Urology Associates

    1260 15th St Ste 1200, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Pannell is a Urologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Pannell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nonbacterial Prostatitis, Familial Prostate Cancer, Bacterial Prostatitis, and Enlarged Prostate (BPH).

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction

    UCLA Urology Associates

    1260 15th St Ste 1200, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Yaghoubian is a Urologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Yaghoubian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Bladder Stones, Lithotripsy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction

    Pacific Urology Institute

    2021 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 510E, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stanley Brosman is a Urologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Brosman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Male Pseudohermaphroditism with Gynecomastia, Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic, and Testicular Failure.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of UPJ Obstruction?

    Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction is a blockage at the point where part of the kidney attaches to one of the tubes to the bladder (ureters). This blocks the flow of urine out of the kidney.

    When should I see an UPJ Obstruction doctor near Santa Monica, 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 UPJ Obstruction doctor near Santa Monica, 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 UPJ Obstruction doctors near Santa Monica, 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 UPJ Obstruction doctors near Santa Monica, 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 UPJ Obstruction doctor near Santa Monica, 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 UPJ Obstruction doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different UPJ Obstruction 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 UPJ Obstruction doctor near Santa Monica, 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 UPJ Obstruction 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 UPJ Obstruction 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 UPJ Obstruction doctors near Santa Monica, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the UPJ Obstruction 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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