Expertise in
12
conditions

Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker

Gastroenterology
UCLA Health Santa Monica Breast Care
1223 16th St Ste 3100, 
Santa Monica, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
12
conditions
UCLA Health Santa Monica Breast Care
1223 16th St Ste 3100, 
Santa Monica, CA 

Overview

Adarsh Thaker is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California.

Dr. Thaker is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 39 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Lac/olive View-UCLA Medical Center
Santa Monica - UCLA Med Ctr & Orthopaedic Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
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Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
LA Care
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
SCAN Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

UCLA Health Santa Monica Breast Care
1223 16th St Ste 3100, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Other Locations
UCLA Dept of Medicine
4343 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91602

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Thaker has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Clinical Trials

A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind, Sham-Controlled, Multi-Center, Pivotal Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Duodenal Mucosal Resurfacing Using the Revita® System in Subjects With Type 2 Diabetes With Inadequate Glycemic Control
A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind, Sham-Controlled, Multi-Center, Pivotal Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Duodenal Mucosal Resurfacing Using the Revita® System in Subjects With Type 2 Diabetes With Inadequate Glycemic Control
Enrollment Status: Suspended
Publish Date: November 13, 2025
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

39 Total Publications

Recurrent Barrett's esophagus-related neoplasia is uncommon after successful endoscopic eradication therapy over long-term follow-up.
Recurrent Barrett's esophagus-related neoplasia is uncommon after successful endoscopic eradication therapy over long-term follow-up.
Journal: Diseases of the esophagus : official journal of the International Society for Diseases of the Esophagus
Published: January 25, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker by calling their office at 310-582-6240. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker a top-rated expert for Endoscopy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker is classified as an Advanced expert for Endoscopy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker specialize in?

While Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and Choledocholithiasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker has published 39 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endoscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker accept my insurance?

Dr. Adarsh M. Thaker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-582-6240 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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