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Dr. Naveen Gara, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 42
Dr. Naveen Gara, MD
4.2 (5 Ratings)

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Dr. Naveen Gara, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Escondido, CA.
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Dr. Naveen Gara, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 42
Escondido, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Naveen Gara, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Escondido, CA.
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Dr. Naveen Gara, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Escondido, CA. They graduated from University of Health Sciences / Andhra Medical College and completed a residency at University of Hawaii. They currently practice at Gastroenterology & Liver Institute and are affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido. Dr. Gara has experience treating conditions like Gastroptosis and Constipation among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Gara received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Gara also speaks Hindi. Dr. Gara is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Gastroenterology & Liver Institute
    935 E Pennsylvania Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
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    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Sunday
    08:00 - 16:30

Experience and Background Check

Gastroptosis
Constipation
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Constipation
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Constipation
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Dysphagia
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Cirrhosis
Celiac Disease
Chronic Anal Fissure
Copper Metabolism Disorders
Crohn's Disease
Cyclical Vomiting
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastrojejunal Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Ileus
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Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Mesenteric Panniculitis
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pernicious Anemia
Potassium Deficiency
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Splenomegaly
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Hepatitis
Visceroptosis
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin_Deficiency
Anal Cauterization
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gara
4.2
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Patient Reviews
Feb 06, 2024
Dr. Naveen Gara's knowledge, approachability, and genuine care are a welcome attribute in today's health care environment. Dr. Gara was very kind, as well as that of his staff, and they were all informative and thorough in explaining the test I would undergo and how best to prepare for it. I highly recommend him!
Tammy — Feb 06, 2024
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Naveen Gara, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Escondido, CA. He specializes in Gastroenterology.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Hindi
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Health Sciences / Andhra Medical College
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University Hawaii JA Burns School of Medicine
    2008
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Hawaii
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • GeorgeTown University
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Naveen Gara, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Gara's profile.

Dr. Gara frequently treats the following conditions: Gastroptosis and Constipation. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Naveen Gara, MD is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido.

Yes, Dr. Naveen Gara, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA

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