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Dr. Ellie Ying Chen, MD is a gastroenterologist in Torrance, CA specializing in adult gastroenterology. She graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 2017 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Ellie Ying Chen, MD is affiliated with UCLA Health and THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.
A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:
Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.
Dr. Ellie Ying Chen, MD graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 2017. She completed residency at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the gastroenterology and internal medicine and has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (2017)
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (2020)
Board Certification: gastroenterology and internal medicine
Licensed In: California
Dr. Ellie Ying Chen, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Ellie Ying Chen, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Cigna, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, UnitedHealthcare, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Prime Health, First Health, HealthSmart, Centivo, Health Net of California and UFCM Health System.
According to our sources, Dr. Ellie Ying Chen, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Ellie Ying Chen, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 164 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Ellie Ying Chen, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Torrance, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ellie Ying Chen, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Ellie Chen works as an adult gastroenterology. She has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by her patients. In her practice, she is particularly interested in colonoscopy. Dr. Chen is professionally affiliated with UCLA Health. Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California appears to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Chen takes. Dr. Chen's practice in Torrance, CA is open to new patients as reported by UCLA Health. She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Her residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine. In addition to English, she speaks Mandarin.
