About

Dr. Babak Firoozi is a board-certified gastroenterologist who sees a broad range of patients with gastrointestinal and liver conditions.  Dr. Firoozi received his medical degree from Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey.  He completed his internal medicine residency and chief residency at Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School University Hospital and East Orange VA Hospital. He then completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at NYU Langone Medical Center-Bellevue Hospital-Manhattan VA Hospital. Dr. Firoozi is board certified in gastroenterology.

His practice includes general gastroenterology with interests in GERD, peptic ulcer disease, colorectal cancer screening, IBS, IBD, viral hepatitis, and fatty liver disease. His clinical interests include hepatobiliary disease, liver disease, and IBD.

In addition to upper endoscopy and colonoscopy, Dr. Firoozi has specialized training in capsule endoscopy, ambulatory pH testing, esophageal manometry, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), and enteral stents (esophageal, gastroduodenal, colon).

Originally from New Jersey, Dr. Firoozi and his family have lived in Orange County for the last 12 years.  In his free time, he enjoys mountain biking, golf, skiing, and going on vacations with his wife and 3 young children.

Dr. Firoozi is an active member of the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE).

Areas of interest:
  • GERD
  • Colon Cancer Screening and Surveillance
  • IBS
  • IBD
  • Viral Hepatitis
  • Liver Disease
  • Cirrhosis Management
  • Hepatobiliary Disease
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatoscopy (ERCP)
  • Endoluminal Stenting
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • Esophageal Manometry
Languages

English, Farsi

Provider Specialty

Gastroenterology

Areas of Care

Conditions
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Education

Medical School

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

1995

Internship/Residency - Internal Medicine

UMDNJ / Univ. of Med/Dent New Jersey

1999

Fellowship Program - Gastroenterology

New York University School of Medicine

2002

Locations

MemorialCare Medical Group - Irvine (Barranca) Suite 200

4050 Barranca Parkway, Suite 200

Irvine, CA

Office: 877-696-3622

Insurance

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Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5
(363 Ratings)
Dec 9, 2025
Richard T.
Dr. Firoozi was very professional and informative.
Dec 9, 2025
Samer M.
Dr. Firoozi is very knowledgeable and well versed in conditions related to gastroenterology and inflammatory bowel disease. He takes the time to understand his patients’ conditions, and works with the patient to devise the most effective course of treatment and follow-up. I highly recommend Dr. Firoozi for gastroenterology-related conditions.
Dec 8, 2025
Christine P.
Dec 8, 2025
Ngoc N.
Dr Firoozi is very knowledgeable by providing all the necessary info I need. He has such a calm demeanor and always allowing me to ask questions without hurrying me. He is so patient and has a very good bedside manner. I would recommend him as a specialist to any person that requires care in this field
Nov 25, 2025
Johnny T.
Nov 19, 2025
Emilie C.
Nov 4, 2025
Linda B.
Caring doctor and is willing to listen
Nov 3, 2025
Ida M.
Didn’t feel rushed and answered all questions I had
Nov 2, 2025
Susan P.
The doctor was very friendly, extremely professional. I would highly recommend them.
Oct 31, 2025
Yan C.
Excellent

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