Demetrios G. Stavrakis, MD
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Demetrios G. Stavrakis, MD

  • Gastroenterology
Average rating: 4.9
 
West Hills Primary & Specialty Care |

About

Dr. Stavrakis earned his undergraduate degree in molecular, cell and developmental biology at UCLA, graduating magna cum laude with departmental honors. He received his MD from the UC Irvine School of Medicine. During his medical school years, he was active in researching obesity, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. He completed his internal medicine and gastroenterology training at the University of Arizona, where he was the recipient of many house-staff awards and was appointed chief fellow before returning to join the faculty at UCLA.

Dr. Stavrakis’ clinical interests include gastrointestinal endoscopy, reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, celiac disease, motility disorders, functional bowel disorders, inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and American Gastroenterological Association and is board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine.

Languages

English, Greek

Education

Medical Board Certifications

Gastroenterology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2023
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2020

Fellowship

Gastroenterology, University of Arizona College of Medicine, 2023

Residency

Internal Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine, 2020

Degree

MD, University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, 2017

Hospital Affiliations

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall Rating:
4.9
113 total ratings | 78 reviews
5.0
October 30, 2025
This doctor explains things and communicates the course of action with compassion.
5.0
October 28, 2025
Very personable
5.0
October 27, 2025
he is quick and efficient
5.0
October 24, 2025
I felt he was interested in my problems and wanted me to follow up my visit with more test and follow up
5.0
October 22, 2025
Dr. Stavrakis answered all my many questions and did not rush me or act as though he had no time for pointless questions. He took ime seriously which I really appreciated since I must navigate life following the removal of my gall bladder.