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There are 129 Gastroenterologists in San Jose, CA and 38% of those with reviews are rated 4-star or higher. Some of the most common clinical focuses include Liver Disease, Esophageal Disorders and Anal & Rectal Disorders. Popular hospitals in the area include Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Regional Medical Center Of San Jose and Good Samaritan Hospital.
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  • Liver Disease (22)
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  • Gastrointestinal Disorders (11)
  • Pancreatic Disease (7)
  • Gallbladder & Bile Duct Diseases (1)
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129 Results for Gastroenterology near San Jose, CA
Recommended Distance Rating: High to Low
Photo: Dr. Geoffrey Spencer, MD

Dr. Geoffrey Spencer, MD

Gastroenterology
3.8 (27)
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience
Offers telehealth
6.8 mi
Tel: (310) 853-8106
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(310) 853-8106
On staff at Good Samaritan Hospital
Photo: Dr. Bassam Saffouri, MD

Dr. Bassam Saffouri, MD

Gastroenterology
4.3 (12)
Accepting new patients
6.7 mi
Tel: (619) 349-9250
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(619) 349-9250
On staff at Good Samaritan Hospital
Photo: Dr. Edward Huang, MD

Dr. Edward Huang, MD

Gastroenterology
4.2 (6)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
6.8 mi
Tel: (858) 264-2235
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Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(858) 264-2235
On staff at Good Samaritan Hospital
Photo: Dr. Terry Lin, DO

Dr. Terry Lin, DO

Gastroenterology
3.6 (8)
Accepting new patients
6.8 mi
Tel: (408) 538-1488
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Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(408) 538-1488
On staff at Good Samaritan Hospital
Photo: Dr. Ruel Garcia, MD

Dr. Ruel Garcia, MD

Gastroenterology
5.0 (20)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
2.9 mi
Tel: (714) 907-1333
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(714) 907-1333
On staff at Regional Medical Center Of San Jose
Photo: Dr. Bhargava Gannavarapu, MD

Dr. Bhargava Gannavarapu, MD

Gastroenterology
5.0 (15)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
2.9 mi
Tel: (714) 643-2570
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(714) 643-2570
On staff at Regional Medical Center Of San Jose
Photo: Dr. Brian Levitt, MD

Dr. Brian Levitt, MD

Gastroenterology
2.8 (18)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
2.7 mi
Tel: (408) 538-1608
Call Now
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(408) 538-1608
On staff at Regional Medical Center Of San Jose
Photo: Dr. Eduardo Dasilveira, MD

Dr. Eduardo Dasilveira, MD

Gastroenterology
3.2 (22)
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
Offers telehealth
2.9 mi
Tel: (408) 692-3073
Call Now
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(408) 692-3073
On staff at Regional Medical Center Of San Jose

Healthcare at a Glance in San Jose, CA

As with the rest of California, San Jose has some of the nation’s best healthcare. Residents have access to Stanford Health Care, Kaiser Permanente, and more. VA Palo Alto health care consists of three inpatient facilities and seven community-based outpatient clinics with over 800 beds available to veterans in the area.

San Jose’s Top-Rated Facilities

Stanford Health Care-Stanford Hospital tops the list for best hospitals in San Jose, ranking #1 in San Jose, #3 in California, and making U.S. News Best Hospitals Honor Roll at #10. Stanford Health Care-Stanford Hospital ranks nationally in 11 adult specialties, including:

  • #15 in gynecology
  • #12 in orthopedics
  • #14 in neurology & neurosurgery

Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford offers San Jose residents some of the best pediatric care in the country. Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford makes the U.S. News Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll at #10 and is nationally ranked in 10 children’s specialties, including:

  • #6 in neonatology
  • #2 in nephrology
  • #11 in pediatric diabetes & endocrinology
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Gastroenterologist Frequently Asked Questions

Medically reviewed by Saurabh Sethi, M.D., MPH – Written by Tim Jewell
What is a gastroenterologist?

Gastroenterologists (GIs) are physicians that specialize in treating your gastrointestinal (GI) health needs.

Your GI tract includes your mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus.

A GI physician is licensed to diagnose and treat common syndromes such as:

GI specialists also perform diagnostic procedures such as:

What procedures do gastroenterologists perform?

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GI specialists can perform the following procedures:

  • endoscopic ultrasound to look inside your GI tract
  • colonoscopy to look at your large intestine (colon)
  • endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • sigmoidoscopy to look at a specific part of your colon called the sigmoid colon
  • liver biopsy to take a tissue sample of your liver for diagnosis or testing
  • double balloon enteroscopy to inflate inside your GI tract to get a better look
  • pancreas scan to check for pancreas abnormalities or conditions
  • liver scan to check for liver abnormalities

This isn't an exhaustive list. Get in touch with your local GI specialist to learn more about their full range of services.

What conditions do gastroenterologists treat?

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GI specialists may treat the following conditions:

This list of conditions isn't exhaustive, either. Talk to a GI specialist for more information on getting a GI condition diagnosed and treated.

What should I ask a gastroenterologist?

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Here are some examples of both general and specific questions to ask a GI specialist during your appointment:

  • How old should I be when I start getting colonoscopies?
  • What should I do if I feel a lump or hardness in my gut?
  • Why haven't I pooped for so long? It's been X days.
  • I've had a stomachache/stomach pain for X days or months. What should I do?
  • Why am I having trouble swallowing?
  • I have blood in my poop. What should I do?
  • Why am I having acid in my throat whenever I eat?
  • Why do I feel like I suddenly have to poop when I eat certain things?
  • Do you know why I'm having these symptoms?
  • Do you think I have IBS? Could it be another condition?
  • Now that you've examined me, what's the next step? Should I take any diagnostic tests or get blood work done?
  • What kind of results can I expect from a GI-related test?
  • What treatments are available for my symptoms or my condition?
  • How will I know if treatments are working? When should I stop one treatment and start another?
  • Are there any side effects of treatments that I should be aware of when I start treatment or medications? How can I minimize my risk of side effects or complications?
  • Is there anything I'm doing or eating that might be causing symptoms? Are there any changes I could make that would help?
  • What can I do to manage my condition?
  • Can my condition be cured? Or will I need to manage it?
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