Inflammatory Bowel Disease Care in Los Angeles
Expert surgical care for inflammatory bowel disease from Dr. Yosef Nasseri — bowel-sparing, minimally invasive treatment coordinated with your GI team.
Comprehensive Surgical Care for IBD
Inflammatory bowel disease is a group of chronic conditions, chiefly Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, that cause inflammation of the digestive tract. Symptoms can include abdominal pain, diarrhea, bleeding, and fatigue, and the course is different for every patient.
While medication is the foundation of care, most patients with inflammatory bowel disease benefit from surgery at some point, whether to treat a complication or to improve quality of life. Dr. Nasseri provides expert surgical care coordinated closely with your gastroenterologist.
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The Two Main Types
Inflammatory bowel disease is not one condition but a spectrum, and the right treatment depends on which type you have and how it behaves.
Crohn’s Disease
Can affect any part of the digestive tract and often causes strictures, fistulas, and abscesses that may need surgery.
Ulcerative Colitis
Limited to the colon and rectum, which means surgery to remove that tissue can actually cure the disease.
Indeterminate Colitis
Some patients have features of both, requiring an experienced surgeon to guide the safest plan.
Symptoms and Our Approach
Symptoms include abdominal pain and cramping, chronic or bloody diarrhea, urgency, fatigue, and weight loss, often in unpredictable flares. Over time, complications and an increased cancer risk can develop.
Surgical timing and technique are critical in inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Nasseri uses bowel-sparing, minimally invasive approaches and coordinates every decision with your gastroenterologist so that surgery happens at the right moment and preserves as much function as possible.
Surgical Treatment Options
Dr. Nasseri tailors surgery to your specific disease, always favoring tissue-sparing, minimally invasive techniques.
Bowel-Sparing Resection
Removing only diseased segments preserves as much healthy intestine as possible.
Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery
Minimally invasive techniques mean less pain, smaller scars, and a faster recovery.
J-Pouch Reconstruction
For ulcerative colitis, an internal pouch often avoids a permanent ostomy.
Fistula & Abscess Care
Targeted treatment of complications, coordinated with your medical therapy.
Coordinated, Ongoing Care
Every step is planned with your gastroenterologist for the best long-term result.
What to Expect
Dr. Nasseri reviews your history, imaging, and medications and partners with your GI team to recommend the right treatment at the right time.
Before your appointment
Bring your imaging, medication list, and GI records so we can plan carefully and preserve healthy bowel.
During your visit
Your consultation covers your diagnosis, the complication being treated, and a clear, coordinated plan.
After your care
You receive close follow-up and continued coordination with your gastroenterologist.
Same-week appointments available
Why Choose Dr. Nasseri
Dr. Yosef Nasseri is a double board-certified colorectal surgeon with deep experience in inflammatory bowel disease surgery, including complex, reoperative, and J-pouch cases referred from across Southern California.
Our Los Angeles practice offers coordinated, multidisciplinary care, most PPO insurance accepted with benefits verified in advance, and a compassionate, patient-first approach. Call (424) 655-3312 to schedule.
Colorectal Care Across Los Angeles
Dr. Yosef Nasseri welcomes patients from throughout the Los Angeles area, including Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Century City, Westwood, and Pacific Palisades. Our centrally located practice at Cedars-Sinai Medical Towers makes it easy to reach a leading colorectal specialist without a long wait, and same-week appointments are usually available for patients who need to be seen quickly.
Whether you are looking for a first opinion or a second, our Los Angeles team is here to help. We accept most PPO insurance plans and verify your benefits before your visit, so you can focus on getting the expert care you need. To schedule your consultation, call (424) 655-3312 or request an appointment online today.For trusted background on inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal health, see the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, then contact our office to discuss your inflammatory bowel disease care with Dr. Nasseri.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease FAQs
Will I definitely need surgery for IBD?
Not everyone does, but a majority of patients with inflammatory bowel disease benefit from surgery at some point, either to treat a complication or to improve quality of life. Timing is guided closely by your GI team.
Is IBD surgery minimally invasive?
Usually, yes. Dr. Nasseri performs most procedures robotically or laparoscopically, which means less pain, smaller scars, and a faster recovery than open surgery.
When should I see a specialist about inflammatory bowel disease?
You should be evaluated if you have a new diagnosis, persistent symptoms, or a significant family history. Early, expert evaluation of inflammatory bowel disease leads to more options and better outcomes. Call (424) 655-3312 to be seen this week.
How is inflammatory bowel disease treated?
Treatment is individualized and coordinated with your other physicians when needed. Dr. Nasseri explains every option clearly and recommends the safest, most effective plan for your situation.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. Most PPO plans are accepted and our Los Angeles team verifies your benefits before your visit. Call (424) 655-3312 to confirm coverage and schedule.
Get Expert IBD Care in Los Angeles
Bowel-sparing, coordinated surgical care from a leading colorectal surgeon. Prompt consultations available.