Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Cainan H. Foltz

Gastroenterology
San Diego Dig Dis Consult R Snyder
8008 Frost St Ste 200, 
San Diego, CA 
Offers Telehealth
17 Years of Experience
Expertise in
3
conditions
San Diego Dig Dis Consult R Snyder
8008 Frost St Ste 200, 
San Diego, CA 

Overview

Cainan Foltz is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

Dr. Foltz is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and Endoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Graduate Year

2009

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Palomar Medical Center Poway
Sharp Coronado Hospital And Hlthcr Ctr
Sharp Memorial Hospital
Palomar Health Downtown Campus

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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CareFirst
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Cigna
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Community Health Group
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  • MEDICARE SNP
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Health Care Services Corporation
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Medicaid
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Premera Blue Cross
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UnitedHealthcare
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Wellcare
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Locations

San Diego Dig Dis Consult R Snyder
8008 Frost St Ste 200, San Diego, CA 92123

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Foltz 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

Evaluation of the ctDNA LUNAR Test in an Average Patient Screening Episode
Evaluation of the ctDNA LUNAR Test in an Average Patient Screening Episode
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: May 14, 2026

3 Total Publications

EUS-guided pancreaticoduodenostomy using a lumen-apposing metal stent as a primary approach to treat difficult pancreatolithiasis: creating a side door to unlock the front door.
EUS-guided pancreaticoduodenostomy using a lumen-apposing metal stent as a primary approach to treat difficult pancreatolithiasis: creating a side door to unlock the front door.
Journal: VideoGIE : an official video journal of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Published: February 10, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cainan H. Foltz

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cainan H. Foltz?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Cainan H. Foltz by calling their office at 858-292-7527. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Cainan H. Foltz a top-rated expert for Gardner Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cainan H. Foltz is classified as an Advanced expert for Gardner Syndrome, 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. Cainan H. Foltz specialize in?

While Dr. Cainan H. Foltz is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Cainan H. Foltz participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Cainan H. Foltz has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gardner Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Cainan H. Foltz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Cainan H. Foltz accept my insurance?

Dr. Cainan H. Foltz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 858-292-7527 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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