Overview
Ara Sahakian is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California.
Dr. Sahakian is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Stricture, Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles.
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Insurance
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1500 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Sahakian 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.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ara B. Sahakian
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ara B. Sahakian?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ara B. Sahakian by calling their office at 323-442-8444. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ara B. Sahakian a top-rated expert for Bile Duct Stricture?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ara B. Sahakian is classified as an Distinguished expert for Bile Duct Stricture, 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. Ara B. Sahakian specialize in?
While Dr. Ara B. Sahakian is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Bile Duct Stricture, Choledocholithiasis, and Bile Duct Obstruction. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Ara B. Sahakian participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ara B. Sahakian has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bile Duct Stricture. You can view a list of Dr. Ara B. Sahakian's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ara B. Sahakian accept my insurance?
Dr. Ara B. Sahakian accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 323-442-8444 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Sahakian isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Sahakian isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Sahakian isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Sahakian isDistinguished. Learn about Cholestasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Sahakian isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Sahakian isDistinguished. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Advanced
- AchalasiaDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Biliary HypoplasiaDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Biliary Hypoplasia.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholangitisDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- IndigestionDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- JaundiceDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- PancreatectomyDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Stomach CancerDr. Sahakian isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Experienced
- Ampullary CancerDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- AnemiaDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Dubin-Johnson SyndromeDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Dubin-Johnson Syndrome.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GastroparesisDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GastrostomyDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- LithotripsyDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Lithotripsy.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Meckel's DiverticulumDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Meckel's Diverticulum.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Pancreas DivisumDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Pancreas Divisum.
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Rotor SyndromeDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Rotor Syndrome.
- SplenectomyDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Sahakian isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.