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Joshua Penfield, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Gastroenterology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Joshua Penfield, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Gastroenterology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
2929 Health Center Drive
San Diego, CA 92123
Get directionsSharp Rees-Stealy Scripps Ranch
10670 Wexford St.
San Diego, CA 92131
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About Joshua Penfield, MD
Appointments for Sharp Rees-Stealy Gastroenterologists are by referral from a Sharp Rees-Stealy primary care physician only. At the age of 4, I was in a car accident after being hit by a drunk driver and spent a long time in the hospital recovering from a head injury. This experience and the years that followed definitely fostered my interest in medicine as both an art and a science. My philosophy of care is to listen and put the needs of the patient first while doing so with empathy and compassion. I do not see patients as diseases or conditions but as people who have a wealth of personal experience and interesting stories, and whom I can learn from. My philosophy in practicing the science of medicine is to provide the best care possible using literature, data and evidence to support the medical decisions I make. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, long-distance running and hiking.
Age: 42
In practice since: 2021
Languages: English
Education
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester): Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic Foundation: Residency
Warwick Medical School: Medical School
Maine Medical Center Pancreaticobiliary Center: Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic Foundation: Internship
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Biopsy
- Celiac disease/gluten intolerance
- Colitis
- Colon cancer screening
- Crohn's disease
- Diseases of the gallbladder and bile duct
- Diseases of the pancreas
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Endoscopic ultrasonography
- Endoscopy
- Esophageal dilation
- Esophageal reflux
- Fatty liver
- Gallstones and bile duct stones
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Heartburn
- Hepatitis
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Liver disease
- Malabsorption
- Pancreatic biliary disease
- Pancreatic cancer
- Peptic ulcer disease
- Removal of colon polyps
- Swallowing difficulties/disorders
- Ulcer evaluation/treatment
- Ulcerative colitis
- Ultrasonic endoscopy
To confirm coverage for specific treatments and procedures, contact your physician or health plan.
NPI
1356508402
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Insurance plans accepted
Joshua Penfield, MD, accepts 35 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.9
246 ratings
Patient ratings
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.9
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.9
Provider discussed treatment options
4.8
Provider included you in decisions
4.8
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
November 22, 2025
5.0
Outstanding physician who followed up with a phone call after my medical examination. Overall, well satisfied patient.
Verified Patient
November 12, 2025
5.0
Dr. Penfield had one of the best "bedside manners" of any physician I have had for a procedure or surgery. Explained the issues in a way I could understand. He did not admonish me for waiting too long to get this procedure, but did let me know the increased risks in waiting for the next one. He knew I had a lot of anxiety and his sense of humor and empathy put me at ease.
Verified Patient
November 3, 2025
5.0
As soon as I met Dr. Joshua Penfield, I knew I will be at hands. He was extremely courteous & asked some questions & then explaining what the procedure would be about. I didn't feel any discomfort at all during the procedure & thank God woke up feeling upbeat.
Verified Patient
October 29, 2025
5.0
Dr. Penfield was very personable and discussed my condition with me at great length. He suggested a number of approaches for determining the exact nature of the condition and we were subsequently able to agree on a way forward. I was very appreciative of Dr. Penfield
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