Joel Dennis Feinstein, MDGastroenterologist
"One of the most exciting components of gastroenterology is the ability to see the cause of a patient’s complaints through specialized, high-tech scopes. This allows me to make a more precise diagnosis. Experience has helped me master the various complexities of different maladies each organ and disease presents. What I enjoy about my practice now are the same things I did 35 years ago – forging relationships with patients and providing state-of-the-art knowledge and technical expertise to enhance their health. "The style and philosophy of my practice is an individualized personal approach. I spend a significant amount of time listening to the patient as well as educating the patient so that when they leave, they have a clear understanding of how I arrived at their diagnosis and treatment plan. I use drawings and anatomical models to educate patients. I also simplify medical concepts so the patient can feel a degree of sophistication that facilitates their care. My best qualities as a practitioner are an easy demeanor, empathic nature, patience, detail-orientation and excellent patient education. Trust is also paramount. I get to know my patients extremely well and this results in better care and communication and greater trust" In his free time, Dr. Feinstein enjoys gardening, architecture, history, music, nutrition, exercise, baking, dance and college football, not necessarily in that order. Board-Certified: Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine; Gastroenterology, American Board of Gastroenterology Fellowship-Trained: Gastroenterology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA Residency: Kings County Hospital, University Hospital, Brooklyn, NY MD: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY Member: Southern California Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, National Foundation for Cancer Research |
Sylvia RoblesOffice Manager
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We welcome patients from Hollywood, Santa Monica, Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles and Beverly Hills in Los Angeles County, CA. For leading-care for your digestive health disorders, call 310.652.5021 or use our online Request an Appointment form to schedule your one-on-one, personal time with gastroenterologist Dr. Joel Feinstein.