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Dr. Marc D. Makhani, the founder of LA Digestive Health and Wellness, located at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Towers in Beverly Hills, California, is one of the best Gastroenterologists in the Los Angeles area. Dr. Makhani's patients benefit from his expertise in delivering a variety of procedures including endoscopy, colonoscopy, video capsule endoscopy, radiofrequency ablation, and testing for acid reflux and motility disorders. Patients can seek diagnoses and treatment for conditions ranging from hemorrhoids to Barrett’s Esophagus and colon cancer.
Dr. Makhani pursued his bachelor’s degree at UCLA with a major in psychobiology. He also volunteered at the Santa Monica UCLA Hospital as an undergraduate. He then went on to obtain his medical degree as a doctor of medicine (MD) at the University of Vermont College of Medicine. He subsequently obtained a board certification in internal medicine after completing his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Makhani then continued his medical training by pursuing a specialty in gastroenterology at Temple University Hospital in Pennsylvania before moving back to Los Angeles to begin his practice.
Dr. Makhani of LA Digestive Health and Wellness centers his principles on a passion for promoting overall health and wellbeing. Proper digestion and preventative care are essential to proper nutrition and he is a firm believer in practicing what one preaches. Dr. Makhani’s belief is that health is the result of a multifactorial process including an active lifestyle, digestive health, and proper dietary habits.
As one of the best gastroenterologists in the Los Angeles, CA area, Dr. Makhani has a wide range of clinical and research interests in gastroenterology that include acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, colon cancer screening and prevention, motility disorders and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). We look forward to serving any and all of your digestive health needs.
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA ranked #2 nationwide in the U.S. News & World Report for Gastroenterology and GI surgery for the 2024-2025 year. Rankings are based on patient outcomes such as the volume of high-risk patients, patient experience, patient survival, advanced clinical technologies and nurse staffing.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common problem that affects the large intestine. it can cause abdominal cramping, bloating, and a change in bowel habits. Some people with IBS also have constipation or diarrhea. Others go back and forth between the two.
Acid reflux
Causes and risks of Colon Cancer
The most effective prevention for colorectal cancer is early detection and removal of precancerous colorectal polyps before they turn cancerous. Even in cases where cancer has already developed, early detection still significantly improves the chances of a cure by surgically removing cancer before the disease spreads to other organs. It is recommended that anyone above the age of 45 have colon cancer screening by colonoscopy.
"For a gastroenterologist who actually listens, cares, and will work with you, I definitely recommend Dr. Makhani!"
"Amazing person with integrity in his work and far superior than most GI doctors I have been to"
"He was extremely patient while I explained my circumstances and asked lots of questions about my medical history and diagnosis."
"I had a great experience with Dr. Makhani."
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