Gastroenterology
Rena Yadlapati, M.D.
Professor of Medicine; Medical Director, Center for Esophageal Diseases; Director, GI Motility Lab
Dr. Rena Yadlapati, MD, MSHS, is a Professor of Medicine and Medical Director of the Center for Esophageal Diseases at UC San Diego Health, where she specializes in esophageal disorders. She treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), laryngopharyngeal reflux, Barrett's esophagus, achalasia, esophageal motility disorders, eosinophilic esophagitis, and related swallowing difficulties. Her patient population includes adults experiencing heartburn, voice complaints, and impaired quality of life
16+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine — Advanced Fellowship, Esophageal Disorders
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine — NIH T32 Research Fellowship, Esophageal Physiology and Psychology
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine — Clinical Fellowship, Gastroenterology
- New York Medical College — M.D., 2009
Peer Recognition
- ACG — Fellow (FACG)
2026
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Medical Center
Languages
English
Experience
16+ years in practice