Dr. Caroline Hwang, MD
Gastroenterologist
1450 San Pablo St, HC4 - 6200, Los Angeles, CA 90033
At a glance
5.00 stars (8 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 46 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, UnitedHealthcare Oxford, more+ ·
Works at Keck Medicine of USC - Medicine
Affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC
and USC Norris Cancer Hospital
Office location
Keck Medicine of USC - Health Sciences Campus
1450 San Pablo St, HC4 - 6200, Los Angeles, CA, 90033
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Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
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BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Upper GI endoscopy
Colonoscopy
Chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Upper GI endoscopy
Colonoscopy
Chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
More about Dr. Caroline Hwang, MD
Dr. Caroline Hwang is a gastoenterologist with specialized training in inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Having trained at the IBD Center at University of California at San Francisco (UCSF) under the direction of national experts Uma Mahadevan and Fernando Velayos, Dr. Hwang has extensive background in caring for patients with complex, steroid-dependent or steroid-refractory disease, as well as working with IBD patients with pregnancy and fertility concerns. In addition to upper endoscopy and colonoscopy, she is experienced in performing endoscopy in patients with ileoanal pouches as well as chromoendoscopy for colon cancer screening/resection of colitis-associated dysplasia. Dr. Hwang's research interests include developing innovative nutritional interventions for the complications of IBD and identifying environmental triggers for this disease. She has received several awards and research grants from IBD and cancer prevention organizations (Inflammatory Bowel Disease Working Group, PanCAN). She has also authored several articles in peer-reviewed journals about micronutrient deficiencies as well as pregnancy issues in IBD. She serves as a peer reviewer for the Inflammatory Bowel Disease journal, published by the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA).
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of California, Los Angeles, Doctor of Medicine
Columbia University, Internship in Internal Medicine
University of California, San Francisco, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
Practice
Affiliation
Keck Hospital of USC
USC Norris Cancer Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)
Awards and publications
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs Regarding the Role of Nutrition in IBD Among Patients and Providers Inflamm Bowel Dis. 2016 10; 22(10):2474-81.
Absence of pancreatic intraepithelial neoplasia predicts poor survival after resection of pancreatic cancer Pancreas. 2014 Oct; 43(7):1073-7.
Popular exclusionary diets for inflammatory bowel disease: the search for a dietary culprit Inflamm Bowel Dis. 2014 Apr; 20(4):732-41.
On the question of ethnicity and its impact on IBD-related outcomes Dig Dis Sci. 2014 Jan; 59(1):19-21.
American College of Gastroenterologists: 2014 Fellows' IBD Award, 2014
Division of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases, USC: Outstanding Instructor Award, 2013
Women Educators, Clinicians and Researchers in IBD: Fellows' Award, 2012
American Gastrointestinal Association: Grant Awardee, 2009
Phi Beta Kappa
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1003090085
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
5.00
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8 reviews
Most relevant
Was very helpful and informative. Everyone was very nice and I can't wait for my next visit.
More than 1 year agoNC
Fabulous. I got ANSWERS which is what I was looking for and needed actionable.
More than 1 year agoVH
Great! Quick and helpful.
More than 1 year agoTI
Fine, progressive.
More than 1 year agoNW
The doctor and the nurse is so kind.
More than 1 year agoTI
Helpful, professional, and reassuring.
More than 1 year agoSA
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More than 1 year agoCT
Which hospital is Dr. Caroline Hwang affiliated with?
Dr. Caroline Hwang is affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC and USC Norris Cancer Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Caroline Hwang work with?
Dr. Caroline Hwang works with Keck Medicine of USC - Medicine.
Where is Dr. Caroline Hwang's office located?
Dr. Caroline Hwang's office is located at 1450 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033.
Which board certifications does Dr. Caroline Hwang have?
Dr. Caroline Hwang is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine).
What languages does Dr. Caroline Hwang speak?
Dr. Caroline Hwang speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Caroline Hwang in reviews?
8 patients have reviewed Dr. Caroline Hwang. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.