Dr. Kenneth S Hepps MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
18411 Clark St Suite 204 Tarzana CA, 91356About
Dr. Kenneth Hepps was born in Los Angeles and is a 3rd generation Californian. After completing his undergraduate studies at Duke University, Dr. Hepps returned to LA to attend Medical School and Residency ...
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1986
University of California 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Prospective validation of the Baylor bleeding score for predicting the likelihood of rebleeding after endoscopic hemostasis of peptic ulcers.
- A method for the endoscopic retrieval of trichobezoars.
- Endoscopic stent placement for internal and external pancreatic fistulas.
- Endoscopic retreatment after successful initial hemostasis prevents ulcer rebleeding: a prospective randomized trial.
- Endoscopic variceal ligation is superior to combined ligation and sclerotherapy for esophageal varices: a multicenter prospective randomized trial.
- An objective end point for dilation improves outcome of peptic esophageal strictures: a prospective randomized trial.
Treatments
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Hepatitis B
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- Gas
Fellowships
- Baylor College Of Medicine 1992
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