Overview
Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia earned his medical degree from Delhi University in India. He completed his internship and residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA. He was selected as Chief Resident and worked as a Hospitalist prior to completing his Gastroenterology fellowship.Dr. Walia's background in Internal Medicine allows for a comprehensive approach in treating gastrointestinal diseases. He strives to provide the highest quality gastrointestinal care for his patients.Dr. Walia believes that both the patient and physician should work together to create an atmosphere for long-lasting health outcomes.
Dr. Walia is highly rated in 58 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Walia is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Gastroenterology). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Walia is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
361 Town Center West, Ste 101, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Walia 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
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.
Santa Maria Gastroenterology Medical Group
We understand that visiting the gastroenterologist may be a new experience for you and that you may be in pain or worried about your health. That?s why all the staff at the Santa Maria Digestive Diagnostic Center and Santa Maria Gastroenterology focus on making you feel comfortable and confident in our care. Our physicians and our medical team take extra care to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions and thoroughly explain your condition and treatment options. Dr. Vachhani is highly rated in 53 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Vachhani is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Gastroenterology). Dr. Vachhani is currently accepting new patients.
Santa Maria Gastroenterology Medical Group
We understand that visiting the gastroenterologist may be a new experience for you and that you may be in pain or worried about your health. That?s why all the staff at the Santa Maria Digestive Diagnostic Center and Santa Maria Gastroenterology focus on making you feel comfortable and confident in our care. Our physicians and our medical team take extra care to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions and thoroughly explain your condition and treatment options. Dr. Benipal is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonic Malakoplakia, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Benipal is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Gastroenterology). Dr. Benipal is currently accepting new patients.
Santa Maria Gastroenterology Medical Group
We understand that visiting the gastroenterologist may be a new experience for you and that you may be in pain or worried about your health. That?s why all the staff at the Santa Maria Digestive Diagnostic Center and Santa Maria Gastroenterology focus on making you feel comfortable and confident in our care. Our physicians and our medical team take extra care to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions and thoroughly explain your condition and treatment options. Dr. Nastaskin is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Nastaskin is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Gastroenterology). Dr. Nastaskin is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia by calling their office at 805-922-6581. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia a top-rated expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, 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. Sukhpreet S. Walia specialize in?
While Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastric Dysmotility, and Gardner Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. You can view a list of Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia accept my insurance?
Dr. Sukhpreet S. Walia accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-922-6581 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- IndigestionDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Indigestion.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- VisceromegalyDr. Walia isDistinguished. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Advanced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Anal FissureDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Ascites.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
- CirrhosisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DiarrheaDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EncopresisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastritisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GastrostomyDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- HepatitisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Liver FailureDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Morning SicknessDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- ProctitisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Walia isAdvanced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AnemiaDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Berdon SyndromeDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Berdon Syndrome.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholestasisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gilbert SyndromeDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Gilbert Syndrome.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Levator SyndromeDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Levator Syndrome.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- MalnutritionDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- ObesityDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Protein DeficiencyDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Protein Deficiency.
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Stomach CancerDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- TenesmusDr. Walia isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.