Digestive Health Care

The USC Digestive Health Institute experts specialize in advanced care for digestive disorders and digestive diseases.

Digestive Health Care

The USC Digestive Health Institute experts specialize in advanced care for digestive disorders and digestive diseases.

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Cutting-Edge Treatment for Digestive Disorders

Digestive diseases and other digestive problems impact millions of people each year, diminishing health and quality of life. At the USC Digestive Health Institute, our digestive health specialists treat a broad range of chronic and acute digestive problems and concerns. Our institute’s seven centers of excellence ensure you receive world-class, comprehensive, coordinated care for your digestive health.

We specialize in all types of gastrointestinal disorders such as:

  • Crohn’s disease
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Gastrointestinal cancer
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Liver disease
  • Pancreatitis
  • Ulcerative colitis

In addition, we provide treatment for obesity-related and metabolic conditions, offering both surgical and minimally invasive procedures that result in exceptional patient outcomes.

Our Centers

The USC Digestive Health Institute comprises seven centers of excellence that together address a broad spectrum of digestive disorders and conditions.

The USC Digestive Health Institute team treats a wide range of digestive diseases and digestive disorders using advanced therapies, surgeries and treatments.

Conditions We Treat

  • Alcohol-related liver disease
  • Barrett’s esophagus
  • Biliary (gallbladder) disease
  • Crohn’s disease
  • Diverticulitis
  • Fatty liver disease
  • Gallstones
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Gastrointestinal cancer (colon cancer, esophageal cancer, liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, rectal cancer, stomach cancer)
  • Gastroparesis
  • Genetic liver disease
  • Hiatal hernias
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Liver disease
  • Metabolic liver disease
  • Microscopic colitis
  • Pancreatitis
  • Peptic ulcer disease
  • Small bowel tumors
  • Spleen disorders
  • Ulcerative colitis
  • Viral hepatitis

Treatments We Offer

  • Bariatric surgery
  • Endoscopic ablation and resection
  • Liver cancer care
  • Liver transplant

Conditions

Treatments

Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery
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4.9out of 5
107 Ratings
20 Comments
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Bariatric Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Foregut Surgery  View more
Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery
Patient Rating
4.8out of 5
53 Ratings
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Transplant Surgery, Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Pancreas Transplant Surgery  View more
Professor of Clinical Surgery
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Colorectal Surgery, Colon and Rectal Surgery
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Physician Assistant, Foregut Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery  View more
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Hepatology, Gastroenterology
Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery
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Colon and Rectal Surgery, Colorectal Surgery
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Nurse Practitioner, Melanoma Surgery, Gastroenterology
Associate Professor (Clinical Scholar)
Patient Rating
4.7out of 5
108 Ratings
7 Comments
Specialties
Gastroenterology, Esophageal and Foregut Disorders, Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery
Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine
Patient Rating
4.8out of 5
61 Ratings
14 Comments
Specialties
Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, IBD
Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery
Patient Rating
4.9out of 5
67 Ratings
15 Comments
Specialties
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Public reviews are currently unavailable.
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Nurse Practitioner, Gastrointestinal Surgery, General Surgery
Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery
Patient Rating
4.9out of 5
105 Ratings
21 Comments
Specialties
Colon and Rectal Surgery, Colorectal Cancer, IBD

Clinical Trials

Participating in a clinical trial gives you access to new and promising therapies.

Find an open trial

Donations

Support our efforts to advance and innovate digestive health care.

Support Us

State-of-the-Art Care for Digestive Disorders

We are committed to providing personalized care. Each patient receives a plan tailored to meet their unique health needs, resulting in a better experience and better outcomes.

Our multidisciplinary team of digestive health specialists includes world-renowned tertiary and quaternary care experts who bring a wealth of experience in treating complex digestive health issues.

Our experts — gastroenterologists, general surgeons, medical oncologists, internists, endocrinologists and more — collaborate to design the most effective care plan for you.

We are a hub of innovation with access to the latest scientific innovations for preventing, detecting and treating complex digestive health issues.

Our state-of-the-art care includes novel approaches to chemotherapy and radiation therapy, expertise in minimally invasive surgical techniques and tumor profiling to personalize each patient’s treatment plan.

World-Class Leadership

Our internationally renowned physicians and clinicians are dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. We are leaders in cutting-edge treatments, breakthrough research and exceptional outcomes.

James L. Buxbaum, MD

Executive Director, USC Digestive Health Institute

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