Expert Gastroenterology Services in Arcadia – Accepting New Patients
At Unio Specialty Care – Gastroenterology in Arcadia, our board-certified GI providers—including Dr. James Kao, Dr. Samuel Mourani, Dr. Elias Tarakji, and others—deliver comprehensive care for digestive and liver conditions. Located near Arcadia Methodist Hospital, we’re welcoming new patients and accept most major insurance plans.
Whether you’re due for colon cancer screening or managing chronic GI symptoms, our team offers personalized care, advanced diagnostics, and compassionate support.
Our services include:
- Colonoscopy and colorectal cancer screening
- Upper endoscopy (EGD)
- Capsule endoscopy & flexible sigmoidoscopy
- ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound
- Liver disease evaluation and Fibroscan
- Hemorrhoid banding therapy
- SIBO breath testing and nutrition counseling
Serving patients from:
- Arcadia
- Sierra Madre
- Monrovia
- Temple City
- Duarte
- North El Monte
- San Marino
- East Pasadena
- Bradbury
- Rosemead
- San Gabriel
- Pasadena
- El Monte
- Alhambra
- South El Monte
- Altadena
- South Pasadena
- Azusa
- West Covina
- Baldwin Park
- and the greater San Gabriel Valley.
- GERD (acid reflux)
- IBS
- Crohn’s disease & ulcerative colitis
- Constipation & diarrhea
- Colon polyps & colorectal cancer
- Liver disease & hepatitis
- Gallbladder & pancreatic disorders
- Hemorrhoids & anal fissures
- Colonoscopy in Arcadia
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Upper Endoscopy (EGD)
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Liver function testing & Fibroscan
- Hemorrhoid Banding Therapy
- SIBO breath testing
- ERCP & endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
- Nutrition counseling & dietary support
Address:
Arcadia GI Office
488 E. Santa Clara St., Suite 203, Arcadia, CA 91006
From Pasadena
Take Huntington Dr west, turn left on Santa Anita, then right onto East Santa Clara St. Suite 203 is on your right in the medical building.From Monrovia
Drive east on Huntington Dr, turn right on Santa Anita Ave, then left on E. Santa Clara St.From I‑210
Exit Santa Anita Ave north, turn right onto E. Santa Clara St. Clinic is just past the hospital complex.By Public Transit
Metro bus lines 190 and 195 stop nearby. The Arcadia Gold Line station is ~1 mile away—rideshare from there is recommended.Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to see a GI doctor in Arcadia?
It depends on your insurance—some plans require a referral, others don’t. We will verify your plan when scheduling.
What conditions do you treat at this location?
We treat GERD, IBS, Crohn’s disease, liver disorders, hemorrhoids, GI bleeding, and more.
Do you accept my insurance?
We are in-network with most major plans, including Anthem Blue Cross. We’ll confirm your coverage in advance.
How should I prepare for my first visit?
Please bring your ID, insurance card, medication list, and any relevant reports. No fasting is needed unless you have a scheduled procedure.
Will tests be done during my first appointment?
Usually the first visit is consultative. We will schedule any necessary labs or diagnostic procedures separately.
Do you offer colon cancer screening in Arcadia?
Yes—our Arcadia location offers colonoscopies and follow-up care starting at age 45 or earlier if risk factors are present.
Doctors at Unio Specialty Care Gastroenterology, an affiliate of Unio Health Partners, in the Arcadia office have hospital or surgery center affiliations with:
- Arcadia Methodist Hospital
- Foothill Presbyterian Hospital
- Valley Digestive Health Center
