
Dr. Koorosh Kooros, MD, AGAF
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
477 N El Camino Real C204 Encinitas CA, 92024About
Dr. Koorosh Kooros is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Kooros is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatric gastroenterologist, Dr. Kooros diagnoses and treats gastrointestinal diseases and disorders in children. Pediatric gastroenterologists typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Kooros can oversee and manage all areas related to gastrointestinal tract of his patients.
Education and Training
Medical School
University of Pecs
Pecs University of Medical Science 1991
Board Certification
Pediatric Gastroenterology (Pediatrics)
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Director of Advanced Endoscopy Rady Children's Hospital San Diego, UCSD 2017 - 2021
- Director, Pediatric Endoscopy University of Rochester Medical Center 2004 - 2010
- Medical Director, Pediatric Liver Transplant Program University of Rochester Medical Center 2005 - 2007
Awards
- Mom-Approved Doctor 2014 Dallas Child Magazine
- Strong Star 2010 University of Rochester Medical Center/Strong Memorial hospital
- Best Clinical Biochemist of the Year 1990 University Medical School of Pecs
Professional Memberships
- NASPGHAN
- AGA
- ASGA
- North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
Fellowships
- Tufts Medical Center - GME 2004
Internships
- St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY
Fellowships
- TUFTS University, Floating Hospital for Children, Boston, MA
Professional Society Memberships
- AGA, ASGA, NASPGHAN, AAP
Professional Affiliations
- AAP, AGA, ASGA, NASPGHAN
What do you attribute your success to?
- Caring for my patients, treating them as if they were my own children
Areas of research
- Autism and GI disorders
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Hawaii
Hobbies / Sports
- Soccer, biking, hiking
Favorite professional publications
- Gastroenterology, JPGN
Areas of research
Autism and GI disorders
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