Have IBD? You May Need More Frequent Colonoscopy Screenings.
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La Jolla’s Best GI Doctors
The La Jolla Gastroenterology Medical Group, Inc. is a single specialty gastroenterology and hepatology (liver disease) practice serving the San Diego area. La Jolla Gastroenterology is comprised of three experienced physicians certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine, as well as a freestanding endoscopy center, La Jolla Endoscopy Center. Our gastroenterologists and staff are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat an array of digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as our center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in performing a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, esophageal dilation, flexible sigmoidoscopy, upper endoscopy and small bowel enteroscopy.
If you are due for a colonoscopy or in need of a GI procedure, don’t put it off any longer. Give us a call today!
For Your Visit
La Jolla Gastroenterology Medical Group, Inc. is committed to ensuring your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to partner with StopColonCancerNow.com to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in the Greater San Diego area.
Patient Forms
At La Jolla Gastroenterology Medical Group, Inc., your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms that you may complete before your visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
La Jolla Gastroenterology Medical Group, Inc. accepts most major insurance. We will bill your insurance carrier; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles.
Meet Our Gastroenterologists
H. Jurgen Lenz
M.D., Ph.D.
Andrew G. Mayer
M.D.
Edward Cruz Paredez
M.D.
32 Reviews
May 17, 2022
Apr 24, 2022
While having a colonoscopy is a bit of a process from the initial appointment to the prep, it’s one of the most important things you can do to prevent colon cancer. Dr. Paredez and his team were friendly, professional, and wonderful, answering my questions and putting me at ease through out the procedure. I had an endoscopy at the same time and had most of my questions answered right after the procedures. I also appreciated the check for H pylori, something that is easy to do in an endoscopy. Thank you for the very thoughtful care—you are a wonderful team!
Mar 29, 2022
I would have given them 5 stars if it weren’t for the scheduling delays, unfortunately it’s been that way since COVID everywhere. Otherwise they were fantastic. I had the colonoscopy and endoscopy done and hardly knew it. I would recommend them, I was treated very well throughout.
Mar 29, 2022
My experience was great. All staff made me feel very comfortable and at ease with my procedures.
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Fantastic experience from start to finish. Best ever on this type of procedure. Great doctor and team