Kourosh F. Ghassemi, MD
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Kourosh F. Ghassemi is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Santa Cruz, CA with over 30 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kourosh F. Ghassemi, MD has practiced internal medicine for 30+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (class of 1996), he has been practicing for over 30 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 32% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4267dNPPES updated 2014-09-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1662 Dominican Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1522
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
2025 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062-1323
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Kourosh F. Ghassemi
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kourosh F. Ghassemi for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Santa Cruz required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kourosh F. Ghassemi
Dr. Ghassemi is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Santa Cruz, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (831) 460-7350.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kourosh F. Ghassemi
Practice Location
1662 Dominican Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1522
Mailing Address
2025 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062-1323
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