About Claudia Sanmiguel, MD
Claudia P. Sanmiguel, MD, an experienced Gastroenterologist, is board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. She is committed to using her skills to provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients with gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. Dr. Sanmiguel’s primary clinical interest and research areas are gastrointestinal motility disorders, including GERD, gastroesophageal disorders, constipation, and fecal incontinence. She has expertise in sophisticated GI motility tests to assess patients with GI disorders.
Dr. Sanmiguel has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and scientific reviews in innovative treatments for GERD, constipation, gastroparesis, and brain-gut-microbiome interactions. She earned her medical degree from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogota, Colombia; completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles; and her fellowship in Gastroenterology at the University of California in Los Angeles. She also completed research fellowships in gastrointestinal motility at the University of Alberta in Canada and the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Ohio.
Dr. Sanmiguel loves reading international spy novels, biographies, European XX century authors, magical realism novels by Garcia Marquez, and everything in between. When not with her patients, Dr. Sanmiguel loves to travel, enjoys good food and music, and skiing (even if she is not that good at it), and spending time with family and friends.
Medical Service
Digestive HealthLocations
1301 20th St.,
Suite 280,
Santa Monica,
CA
90404
(310) 829-6789
12555 West Jefferson Blvd.,
Suite 303,
Los Angeles,
CA
90066
(310) 829-6789
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Everyone was professional and courteous, even as I was leaving they made sure to wish me a pleasant day!
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel is an excellent provider and I feel so cared for by her expertise. She has worked to help me pinpoint the reasons for my health discomfort.
Providence PatientVery personable and thorough.
Providence PatientI had a great experience with Dr. Sanmiguel. She was thoughtful, helpful and professional throughout. It put me at ease and I had complete confidence in her abilities and that of her staff. 10/10 experience
Providence PatientI feel confortable with doctor Claudia Sanmiguel
Providence PatientIncredible experience in the office, from checkin through recovery. Loved having an all female care team, everyone was so warm, personable and efficient.
Providence PatientShe is knowledgeable on her profession.
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel is a gem. Her knowledge of gastro problems is wonderful.She seems very up to date on new procedures. She is easy to talk to andIs a good listener. I'm feel very fortunate she is now my new Dr.
Providence PatientLong wait to do the SIBO test. Dr Sanmiguel is lovely, so glad to have her care.
Providence PatientDr San Miguel is very caring she answered and explained all the questions very patiently thank you Dr
Providence PatientThe doctor and all the staff were very nice and professional.
Providence PatientI learned a lot on this visit and she spent a lot of time discussing my issues. She is difficult to get visits with because she is swamped.
Providence PatientA totally amazing Doctor. She is very thorough, extremely nice, very clear on what I need and so incredibly competent. So nice to go to a stomach doctor that knows so much!
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel is an example of an amazing physician: she always gives you the time and help you need and never brushes anything off!
Providence PatientDr San Miguel is one of the best providers I've seen. She listens and then provides healthy options for my issues, often without resorting to medication as the only solution. I'm happy to have found her!
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel is kind, helpful, supportive and is clearly well versed in her field and is concerned for the welfare of the patient. She is relatable and works well with associated family member as well as the patient.
Providence PatientThis was my first visit to see Dr Sanmiguel. I had a great experience with staff but extremely happy with the Dr. She really listened and explained all to be and I felt like she cared about my well being. Highly recommend and will be seeing her again.
Providence PatientThe attention that l received from my doctor was amazing!!!!
Providence PatientGreat experience.
Providence PatientCare provider is excellent. No accountability for anyone under her
Providence PatientDr San Miguel listens to my concerns and explains things clearly. She answers all my questions and her advice and care is helping a lot with my condition.
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel is a good listener.
Providence PatientExcellent care from specialist. Explained procedure (upcoming) very well.
Providence PatientReally appreciated that Dr. Sanmiguel asked me lots of questions in order to get a better idea of how to proceed.
Providence PatientVery considerate, well-informed, honest and straightforward.
Providence PatientThe doctor was very kind and thorough.
Providence PatientDr. Sam Miguel seems to be a very thorough and caring doctor
Providence PatientDr San Miguel is the best Gastro!! She cares about patients and really likes her profession! I love the fact she speaks Spanish but especially her warm heart with elderly patients Providence need more providers like her for sure !!
Providence PatientDr. Claudia Sanmiguel is very professional and knowledge. She pays attention to all the symptoms and recommends all the test or x-rays required.
Providence PatientExcellent service. Everything was done on time, explained and monitored so that I felt safe and secure
Providence PatientI'm grateful to meet this provider. I was very anxious and she took me seriously. Spent a lot of time listening. My symptoms reduced a bit just from this appointment. The entire team here including staff is on my side.
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel has been great with me. Her staff is very helpful & courteous.
Providence PatientGreat experience
Providence PatientProvided interest and information for me more than adequate
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel was very attentive and pleasant, and took the time to listen and explain tests and treatment plan.
Providence PatientThis provider was wonderful
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel is a great doctor
Providence PatientI forgot to Inform this provider about 2 previous diagnosis that could be relevant to reason for which I made this appointment; therefore my rating should be based only on the information that was provided to her. Over all it was a good experience.
Providence PatientDr San Miguel is warm, informative and I feel like I am in good hands with her
Providence PatientThe provider and her staff had a great way of interacting and making me feel safe and cared for.
Providence PatientProvider is great. Use of telephone in office is the worst.
Providence PatientShe was very knowledgeable, caring and clearly explained her views about my problem. Would rate her excellent!
Providence PatientIt was excellent
Providence PatientAll good
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel explained frame by frame the endoscopy I recently had. I was very impressed.
Providence PatientDr. San Miguel is the most thorough doctor I have ever had. She is knowledgeable, patient, kind, personable, & really makes you feel like she cares & are not just another patient. She listens to every detail & creates thorough & effective care plans. I could not have gotten through the worst parts of my new chronic diagnosis without her. I am forever grateful for her expertise & care.
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel was straightforward in explaining my condition and in recommending next steps. I felt 100% cared for.
Providence PatientLove Dr. San Miguel, she shows care and is thoughtful and thorough on her explanations. She listens and make me feel like a person not just a patient. Warm and kind, I never felt rushed.
Providence PatientHave consistently received high-quality attention and care by doctor and staff.
Providence PatientDr. Sanmanmanquel spent a lot of time with me explaining the medicine that she was having me take. She is a very special Dr.
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel seemed genuinely concerned with my medical situation. She asked interesting and useful questions that helped us focus on my medical condition.
Providence PatientVery happy with the services that have been provided
Providence PatientGreat provider. 10/10
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel was direct, compassionate, clear and extremely knowledgeable. She is an outstanding physician.
Providence PatientI enjoyed my follow up with Dr. SanMiguel.
Providence PatientGreat team.
Providence PatientThis doctor is really great and I would highly recommend. It is difficult sometimes to get an appointment in a short time frame if you're having serious problems, sometimes you have to wait a month which isn't always feasible. But they do offer to call if there are cancellations and that's how I've been able to get in sooner to see the doctor so I appreciate that.
Providence PatientShe is a very caring physician and takes adequate time with patients.
Providence PatientThis was my 2nd visit with this physician and have had a fair experience with her.
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel is a wonderful professional and I have to say she is the first gastroenterologist that understood my problems and gave me all the tests I need.
Providence PatientAlll great care
Providence PatientDr Samuel was wonderful . She helped me determine the tests I need and the treatment .I felt so much calmer meeting and talking in person.My frustration was with the difficulty of getting an appointment with any doctor.
Providence PatientVery thorough and informative
Providence PatientDr San Miguel was clear in her explanations, and listened well to my questions and concerns. The reception area is not private and seemed to be an odd set-up for discgarging patients. I would not expect a specialty provider to discuss all of my medications but simply to confirm what I am taking, which the staff did, and for the provider to advise me if anything I take is in conflict with her plan.
Providence PatientI'm so happy I found Dr San Miguel, she has been the most caring physician genuinely ordering tests, exams, procedures in an astonishing time manner. She truly wants to find out what my medical problem is in order to diagnose my illness. I'm very thankful to her and her staff for the efficiency and the respectful manner in which everyone has treated me. None of us want to be ill, but having caring people all interested in my well being gives me peace of mind. Thank you for truly being compassionate.
Providence PatientDr. San Miguel was very engaged in learning about me as a new patient. She was encouraging about my progress and measured in what she recommended as next steps. She also was supportive of my chosen treatment path.
Providence PatientExtremely pleased with Dr. Sammiguel. I feel like I am in excellent hands! And finally found someone who cares and knows what they're doing.
Providence PatientHighly impressed with Dr. Sanmiguel!
Providence PatientI had a nice virtual visit with Dr. Sanmiguel. She was very helpful during our Zoom call.
Providence PatientDr. San Miguel listens to questions, and answers them clearly. She Is very thorough.
Providence PatientThis provider took the time to ask me questions, explain, addressed my concerns and order some tests to get to the bottom of my issues.
Providence PatientThe doctor was very thorough.
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel was wonderful! She was so attentive and detailed and warm and kind. I felt she really heard me and listened very carefully.
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel spent a lot of time with me, listened carefully, answered all of my questions, and provided concrete next steps. She was warm, knowledgeable, practical, and proactive.
Providence PatientVery happy good experience
Providence PatientDr San Miguel seems to be very knowledgeable and caring.
Providence PatientNone with Gastro Special provider really happy with her was really a pleasure see her. I will probably change my regular provider in the future not 100% happy still thinking about.
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel listened to all of my concerns, wants to help me have a good quality of life & be well.
Providence PatientThis was my first visit with Dr. San Miguel and she is awesome. She was very thorough and kind. She gave me extra advice on diet..I really like her alot. She made me feel comfortable and I wish all physicians were as attentive and kind as she is! I will definitely see her again!!
Providence PatientAlthough she's a GI doc, she considered impact of PPIs on bones, etc. Had access to and considered all the recent bloodwork from my primary care doc
Providence PatientI wished the doctor had proactively given me opportunity to ask questions. Felt a little hurried, a little. Very fine doctor though.
Providence PatientThe doctor and the medical staff were efficient, friendly, attentive, and knowledgable.
Providence PatientI love Dr. San Miguel! She is competent, patient, and super sweet.
Providence PatientDr is amazing and very knowledgeable, the staff was brilliant and kind.
Providence PatientExperience was excellent Provider was really nice and informative, answer all my questions.
Providence PatientWay too long to get appointment., but she is worth it.
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel addressed my concerns and her office arranged for me to have necessary tests right away. She and her office were terrific. My only complaint is that I have to wait over 3 months for one test, and I am miserable. Would love to have that deterring test right away.
Providence PatientSo far, very good.
Providence PatientVery caring
Providence PatientDr. San Miguel is very thorough, listens carefully, answers questions and is determined to solve my health problems. Thank you!
Providence PatientDr SanMiguel is awesome! Very easy to speak to you-
Providence PatientI really liked Dr. Sanmiguel. She made me feel very comfortable.
Providence PatientDr. San Miguel was exceptional.
Providence PatientGreat doctor who truly takes the time, listens to concerns, and builds an action plan. LOVE Dr. Sanmiguel!
Providence PatientThe best provider I have had in 20 years!
Providence PatientPhysician spent time with me and knew my problem
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel was very professional and listened my medical issues very well. She recommended an EGD be done. Appointment has already been made. I would recommend her without any reservation!
Providence PatientThis doctor is exceptional. She is the best doctor
Providence PatientVery caring and considerate
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel was on time, personable, caring and very thorough in helping me consider my options. I'm grateful my new primary care at OneMedical referred me to her.
Providence PatientOthers in the same practice I would not rate highly, only Dr. SanMiguel
Providence PatientI am so blessed to be a patient under care of Dr Sanmiguel.
Providence PatientDoctor put me at ease and seemed very knowledgeable
Providence PatientDr San Miguel is thoughtful and extremely knowledgeable.
Providence PatientStaff and doctor very pleasant and helpful - got me in for a visit right away
Providence PatientExceptional. We don't have such great experiences like this often enough.
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel asked the right questions, was a good listener and explained the ongoing treatment she recommended for me. I thought she was very thorough and attentive.
Providence PatientVisit was good. It was an appointment prior to having a colonoscopy.
Providence PatientShe is great!
Providence PatientI saw this doctor for issues related to.my digestive system and their connection with a recent diagnosis of Parkinson's. The doctor was knowledgeable and reassuring. I
Providence PatientPositive experience.My first zoom consultation. Needed tech help. Some difficulty on my end. My video camera would not connect, so Dr SanMiguel could not see me but she was able to conduct mtg well w/o it. I could see her.
Providence PatientMy experience was excellent.
Providence PatientDr. Sanmiguel is a superb physician. I could not ask for better care.
Providence PatientThe most through gi doc I have ever had. I really like how she listened to me and how she respected my desire not just be thrown on a bunch of prescriptions. When I went to My Rheumatologist soon after seeing this doctor my Rheumatologist had all of the notes which were extremely through. I believe this GI doctor will be the first to actually follow through and figure out my gut problems.
Providence PatientVery pleased with the quality of care and attention from the Dr. Sanmiguel and her entire staff from scheduling, explanations provided and questions answered.
Providence PatientDr. San Miguel is a very compassionate and excellent doctor
Providence PatientFeel very fortunate as my primary care physician and the specialty doctors to date have been great.
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel was attentive, helpful and informative. She was patient with my questions and thorough In her answers. I've already recommended her to several people.
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel is an outstanding physician understanding the difficulties I was having, provided superior advice, went over the test results in great detail and supported the referral to specialized care. Also she provided effective advice to enable me to eat and mitigate esophageal spasm. So impressed and grateful for her care.
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel is not only extremely knowledgeable, but is good at considering a variety of diagnostics and treatments.
Providence PatientThey are the best.
Providence PatientExcellent
Providence PatientI liked Dr sanmiguel a lot. She's very personable and kind. I had a good experience on every level with her.
Providence PatientThe doctor was extremely informative and caring.
Providence PatientDr and office staff are great. Ket me. Im informed formed thrughh every step
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel is wonderful!
Providence PatientVery thorough and very professional office visit. Thanks a lot!
Providence PatientVery informed and caring. The doctor will be doing the procedure so nice to be able to meet her in advance
Providence PatientExcellent appt!! Nice to feel completely heard.
Providence PatientMy experience was extremely pleasant.
Providence PatientDr San Miguel is one of the the best providers I've had. She's in a word amazing. Honestly, she's one of THE MOST caring and attentive and efficient providers I've ever had. I'm in awe and grateful.
Providence PatientGood experience as always
Providence PatientAll good
Providence PatientVery professional
Providence PatientI love her, she's a fantastic doctor who got to the root of my problems. She always listens to me and the whole staff at the office is absolutely lovely.
Providence PatientNo complaints! I had a great experience with the Dr. Sanmigel and her office staff.
Providence PatientDr. San Miguel is very thorough and a nice person, did not rush the so.
Providence PatientMy care was excellent
Providence PatientVery nice doctor
Providence PatientDr Sanmiguel took the time to understand the history of my condition and the specific issues I deal with. Her attention to detail was remarkable and greatly appreciated.
Providence PatientVery possitive experience and good service
Providence PatientAs the first time patient I was very pleased with the attention received from Dr. Sanmiguel. She was very thorough and very personable. Very pleased with my visit.
Providence PatientSo refreshing to find a doctor who has answers to your questions and spends time with you without rushing
Providence PatientI was very scared about the procedure. Talking with Dr. Sanmiguel made me feel re-assured that I was in good hands. My procedure went well and Dr. Sanmiguel explained afterwards what the results were and gave me a copy of the photos taken and the report.
Providence Patient