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Dr. Kenneth Buch, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 71
Dr. Kenneth Buch, MD
4.7 (102 Ratings)

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Dr. Kenneth Buch, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Encino, CA.
Dr. Kenneth Buch, MD
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Dr. Kenneth Buch, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 71
Encino, CA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Kenneth Buch, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Encino, CA.

About

Dr. Buch graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1978 and completed a residency at ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE.Dr. Kenneth Buch, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Encino, CA and has 46 years experience. Dr. Buch currently practices at Insite Digestive Health Care and are affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center. Dr. Buch has experience treating conditions like Gastroptosis and Constipation among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Buch received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 102 times. Dr. Buch's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Buch also speaks German. Dr. Buch is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gastroptosis
Constipation
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Gastroptosis
Constipation
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Gastroptosis
Constipation
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Ulcerative Colitis
Abdominal Pain
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Biliary Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lactose Intolerance
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Disorders
Acute Gastritis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Cancer
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Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gallstones
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hypokalemia
Indigestion
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Pancreatitis
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcer
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Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vomiting Disorders
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Gallbladder Scan
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Proctosigmoidoscopy
Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Aetna
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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California

Locations

  1. 1 Encino Office
    16311 Ventura Blvd Ste 775, Encino, CA 91436
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (818) 989-1917
  2. 2 Michael I Shiffman MD
    15211 Vanowen St Ste 207, Van Nuys, CA 91405
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Buch
4.7
Based on 102 Reviews
5 Stars (93)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (3)
1 Star (6)

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Sep 28, 2024
He is very thorough and is a wonderful doctor. He explains everything that his patients need to know before a procedure.
Trudi Young — Sep 28, 2024
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Languages Spoken
German
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE
    1979
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California (Los Angeles)|University Of California Los Angeles
    1983
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Buch communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Buch offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Dr. Kenneth Buch, MD is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Kenneth Buch, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA

  • Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center

    18321 Clark St, Tarzana, CA