Didi I. Mwengela, MD
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Didi I. Mwengela, MD

  • Gastroenterology
Average rating: 5.0
 
Torrance Digestive Diseases |

About

Dr. Mwengela graduated from Stanford University with a bachelor of science in biological sciences and a minor in Spanish. She earned her medical degree from the University of California, Irvine and completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Southern California. Following her residency, Dr. Mwengela completed a clinical fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of New Mexico.

Dr. Mwengela practices general gastroenterology. Her clinical interests include gastroesophageal reflux disease, eosinophilic esophagitis, celiac disease, colorectal cancer screening, fatty liver disease, nutrition, obesity and general endoscopic procedures. Dr. Mwengela is board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology.

 

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certifications

Gastroenterology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2018
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015

Fellowship

Gastroenterology, University of New Mexico Medical Center, 2018

Residency

Internal Medicine, LAC + USC Medical Center, 2015

Degree

MD, University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, 2012

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

Insurance

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

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Reviews

Overall Rating:
5.0
97 total ratings | 28 reviews
5.0
February 26, 2025
My doctor is always kind and concerned and she makes me feel very comfortable during our visits. Plus, she’s very knowledgeable.
5.0
February 20, 2025
cordial, knowledgeable, to the point and overall awesome
5.0
February 12, 2025
She was very thorough and took time with us. Listened carefully to our concerns
5.0
February 11, 2025
Dr Mwengela is fantastic. She is so thorough and also very kind/ compassionate. I am grateful for her care.
5.0
February 11, 2025
She listened to me, and I really appreciated that.