Summary

Dr. Kourosh Ghassemi specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive system health and disorders. They earned their medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and bring three decades of experience to their practice. Dr. Ghassemi has built expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions throughout their extensive career.

Dr. Ghassemi practices in Santa Cruz, California, with affiliations at Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center and Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center of Santa Cruz. They commonly treat patients with colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. Their procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to diagnose and monitor digestive health issues. Patients have given Dr. Ghassemi an average rating of 3.5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 30 years of experience
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Santa Cruz Gastroenterology

1662 Dominican WaySanta Cruz, CA 95065
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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3.5 
30 Years of Experience
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Santa Cruz , CASacramento , CASacramento , CALittle Rock , AR
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: University of South Alabama Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing
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Medical Specialties

Dr Kourosh F. Ghassemi has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Kourosh F. Ghassemi has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr Kourosh F. Ghassemi holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Washington, Oregon, and California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027, an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025, and an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr Ghassemi's NPI number is 1215016969.

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Which hospitals is Dr Kourosh Ghassemi affiliated with?
Dr Kourosh Ghassemi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center and Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz.
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Dr Kourosh Ghassemi's office is located at 1662 Dominican Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065.

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