Gastroenterology
Melvin Heyman, M.D.
Professor of Pediatrics; Director, Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program; Chair in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition
Dr. Melvin B. Heyman is a distinguished pediatric gastroenterologist at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in San Francisco, where he directs the Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Program and serves as training director for pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition. His clinical focus encompasses pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition, treating conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), gastroesophageal reflux disease, celiac dise
50+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics)
- Pediatric Gastroenterology (American Board of Pediatrics, 1990-2021)
Education & Training
- UCLA — M.D., 1976
- UCLA — MPH, Nutrition (postdoctoral)
- UCLA — Fellowship, Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition
- Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center — Residency, Pediatrics
- University of California, Berkeley — B.A., Economics (undergraduate)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2002-2026 (25 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals
- UCSF Medical Center
Languages
English
Experience
50+ years in practice