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Dr. Michael Blam, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 53
Dr. Michael Blam, MD
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Dr. Michael Blam, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Downey, CA.
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Dr. Michael Blam, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 53
Downey, CA
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
Dr. Michael Blam, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Downey, CA.

About

Dr. Blam graduated from Washington University. Dr. Michael Blam, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Downey, CA and has 29 years experience. Dr. Blam currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center, PIH Health Downey Hospital and Lakewood Regional Medical Center. Dr. Blam has experience treating conditions like Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract, Constipation and Anal or Rectal Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Blam received an average rating of 1.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Blam's office accepts new patients. Dr. Blam is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Constipation
Anal or Rectal Pain
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Constipation
Anal or Rectal Pain
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Constipation
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Abdominal Pain
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Ascites
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Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Cyclical Vomiting
Dehydration
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Ileus
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Gastritis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Cirrhosis
Bowel Strangulation
Celiac Disease
Chronic Anal Fissure
Colorectal Polyp
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Abscess
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Meckel's Diverticulum
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pouchitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Splenomegaly
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcerative Colitis
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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  • Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Choice Plus POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Aetna HMO
    AWH Southern California HMO
    Basic HMO
  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
    Northern CA Cigna + Oscar LocalPlus EPO
  • Bronze Full 4500 PPO
    Access Plus HMO
    Local Access Plus HMO
    Blue High Performance Network EPO
    Access Plus Savenet
    Access Plus Savenet HMO
    Trio ACO HMO
    Blue Shield of California PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
    Priority Select HMO
    Select PPO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
    Cigna HMO
    LocalPlus
  • Marketplace CA HMO
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    SmartCare Network Large Group HMO
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Locations

  1. 1 Gastro-Digestive Medical Group
    11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 308, Downey, CA 90241
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (562) 862-3656
  2. 2 Gastro-Digestive Medical Group
    3621 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Ste 5, Lynwood, CA 90262
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 632-0906

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blam
1.6
Based on 8 Reviews
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Jul 25, 2024
I have had 2 Colonoscopies with Dr. Blam. He was professional and communicated well
Paul Mcclain — Jul 25, 2024
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Washington University
    1995
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Board Certifications

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  • Gastroenterology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Dr. Blam frequently treats the following conditions: Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract, Constipation and Anal or Rectal Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Michael Blam, MD is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center, PIH Health Downey Hospital and Lakewood Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Michael Blam, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Francis Medical Center

    3630 E Imperial Hwy, Lynwood, CA

  • PIH Health Downey Hospital

    11500 Brookshire Ave, Downey, CA

  • Lakewood Regional Medical Center

    3700 South St, Lakewood, CA