Patient Finds Answers Through Timely GI Evaluation at ASC
Discover how one patient found answers for chronic digestive issues at an ambulatory surgery center (ASC).
Arcadia’s Best GI Doctors
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Valley Digestive Health Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat an array of digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as our center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and upper endoscopy.
If you are due for a colonoscopy or in need of a GI procedure, don’t put it off any longer. Give us a call today!
For Your Visit
Valley Digestive Health Center is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to partner with StopColonCancerNow to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in Los Angeles County.
Patient Forms
At Valley Digestive Health Center, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms that patients may complete before their visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
Valley Digestive Health Center accepts most major insurance. We will bill your insurance carrier for you; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles.
Meet Our Gastroenterologists
Elias A. Tarakji
M.D., F.A.C.G.
Samuel Mourani
M.D.
James Kao
M.D.
Ken D. Nguyen
M.D.
Tim (Tien-Chun) Chen
M.D.
Dana Pan
M.D.
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Mar 18, 2026
Mar 18, 2026
Great care and friendly service especially Jonathan RN
Mar 17, 2026
Very clean, staff is caring, professional, and explained any questions or concerns I had. The entire process was so comforting and easy from the start.
Mar 16, 2026
The team was amazing. Cheerful greeting, detailed explanation of process and always making sure I was comfortable. I never once had any concerns.
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The nursing team was exceptional—attentive, compassionate, and very thorough in explaining each step of the process. They made what could have been a stressful experience feel comfortable and well-managed. It was clear they genuinely care about patient well-being. The doctors were equally impressive. They took the time to listen carefully, answer all of my questions, and explain things in a clear and reassuring manner. Overall, the level of coordination, communication, and care throughout the entire visit exceeded my expectations.