Gastroenterology
William Sandborn, M.D.
Professor of Medicine; Chief, Division of Gastroenterology; Vice Chair, Clinical Operations, Department of Medicine; Director, Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, UC San Diego Health
Dr. William J. Sandborn is a board-certified gastroenterologist and internationally recognized expert in inflammatory bowel disease management, particularly ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. As Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology and Director of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center at UC San Diego Health, he leads clinical trials and research initiatives focused on developing novel diagnostic modalities and medical therapies for IBD. Dr. Sandborn specializes in biotechnology therapy
35+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
- Gastroenterology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Loma Linda University — M.D., 1987
- Loma Linda University — Internal Medicine Residency, 1988-1990
- Mayo Clinic — Gastroenterology Fellowship, 1990-1993
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2002-2026 (25 years)
- San Diego Magazine — Top Doctor
2014, 2017-2018, 2020 (4 years)
- San Diego Metro Magazine — Best Doctor
2016
2019
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health
- UC San Diego Health
- UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Medical Center
Languages
English
Experience
35+ years in practice