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Dr. Shefali Chopra, MD

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Specializes in: Pathology

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), liver disease

1500 San Pablo Street
Los Angeles, CA 90033

1-800-872-2273

Dr. Shefali Chopra, MD is a pathologist in Los Angeles, CA specializing in pathology. Dr. Shefali Chopra, MD is affiliated with USC CARE MEDICAL GROUP INC.

Office Locations

Address:

1500 San Pablo Street
Los Angeles, CA 90033

Some issues Dr. Shefali Chopra, MD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

consultation	129
cytology	449
lab tests	1591
second opinions	15

**Gender**
Male	656
Female	721

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	986
Black	132
Hispanic	121
Asian	92
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	603
From 75 to 84	429
85 and over	184
Less than 65	161

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	38
Dementia	11
Cancer	23

consultation	132
cytology	359
lab tests	1347
second opinions	13

**Gender**
Male	616
Female	710

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	909
Black	137
Hispanic	130
Asian	101
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	585
From 75 to 84	405
85 and over	166
Less than 65	170

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	39
Dementia	10
Cancer	21

lab tests	560
second opinions	15

**Gender**
Male	572
Female	608

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	622
Black	56
Hispanic	348
Asian	126
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	586
From 75 to 84	312
85 and over	36
Less than 65	246

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	39
Dementia	7
Cancer	17

lab tests	546

**Gender**
Male	364
Female	339

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	361
Black	32
Hispanic	203
Asian	87
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	332
From 75 to 84	190
85 and over	29
Less than 65	152

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	40
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

lab tests	414

**Gender**
Male	278
Female	327

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	331
Black	35
Hispanic	162
Asian	64
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	303
From 75 to 84	155
85 and over	31
Less than 65	116

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	38
Dementia	9
Cancer	18

lab tests	503

**Gender**
Male	233
Female	228

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	222
Black	23
Hispanic	143
Asian	60
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	234
From 75 to 84	105
85 and over	19
Less than 65	103

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	44
Dementia	9
Cancer	18

consultation	20
lab tests	635

**Gender**
Male	227
Female	180

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	167
Black	22
Hispanic	131
Asian	70
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	215
From 75 to 84	101
85 and over	18
Less than 65	73

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	59
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	50
Dementia	9
Cancer	20

lab tests	359

**Gender**
Male	149
Female	131

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	122
Black	0
Hispanic	84
Asian	41
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	141
From 75 to 84	73
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	43
Dementia	13
Cancer	22

lab tests	1201

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Shefali Chopra, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Shefali Chopra, MD treated as a pathologist in Los Angeles, CA were lab tests, cytology, consultation and second opinions.

consultation	94
cytology	404
lab tests	798
second opinions	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Shefali Chopra, MD.

**Gender**
Male	309
Female	324

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	43
Asian / Pacific Islander	64
Non-Hispanic White	372
Hispanic	132
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	5

**Age**
75 to 84	177
85 and over	48
Less than 65	102
65 to 74	299

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Shefali Chopra, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Shefali Chopra, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	33
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	15
Dementia	7

Education & Training

She has a state license in California.

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Shefali Chopra, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

USC CARE MEDICAL GROUP INC

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Dr. Shefali Chopra is a Los Angeles, CA physician who specializes in pathology. Dr. Chopra's areas of expertise include gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders) and liver disease.

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