Division of Gastroenterology

History

The UCSD Gastroenterology Division was founded in the mid-1970's by Henry Wheeler, M.D. who served as its first Division Chief.

The Division has trained several local gastroenterologists in San Diego as well as developed several academicians in San Diego as well as several University-based medical schools, including some in leadership and admistrative positions.

 

Past and Present Division Chiefs

 

Thomas J. Savides, M.D.

2009 - present

Interim Chief

 

John M. Carethers, M.D.
2004 - 2009

 

C. Richard Boland, M.D.
1995 - 2003

 

Jon I. Isenberg, M.D.
1979 - 1993

 

Henry Wheeler, M.D.
mid-1970 - 1978