“I lost my father to colorectal cancer while attending medical school. That was the reason I became a gastroenterologist. Though my extensive training is invaluable, it’s only a part of what makes me a good doctor. “My personal experience reminds me that behind every case, every painful condition and every surgery – is a person with loved ones. That’s also why I created the Blue Ribbon Alliance to spread the word about ways to prevent gastrointestinal cancer so people can live longer, healthier lives.” – Nicholas Karyotakis, MD

Dr. Karyotakis has completed extensive advanced training in treating nearly every type of digestive disorder.

He possesses the expertise and the latest technology to accurately diagnose and treat a full range of digestive problems. And when you consider his friendly bedside manner and caring personality, it’s easy to see why a number of the doctors who refer their patients to Dr. Karyotakis trust him with their own gastrointestinal healthcare.

Fellowship: Gastroenterology, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA; Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX

Residency:Internal Medicine, University of Texas Medical School, Houston, TX

Acting Internship in Medicine: VAMC, Washington, DC

MD: University of Crete, Heraklion, Greece

Hospital Affiliations: Chief of Gastroenterology, Century City Hospital; Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA; Brotman Medical Center, Culver City, CA

Member: American College of Physicians, American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology, American College of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American Society for Microbiology

Author and lecturer: Dr. Karyotakis is the author of more than 20 articles published in leading medical journals. He has also given over 30 presentations to the medical and scientific communities at national and international meetings.