Jonathan A. Africa, M.D., FAAP
Pediatric Gastroenterology
Accepting new patients
Accepted Health Plans
Professional Interests
Pediatric Gastroenterology
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Capsule endoscopy, Celiac disease, Chronic diarrhea, Chronic hepatitis, Colitis, Colon polyps, Crohn's disease, Digestive disorders, Encopresis (constipation with stool leakage), Endoscopy services, Failure to thrive, Fatty liver, GERD treatment, Hydrogen breath testing
Affiliations
- Hospital Affiliations
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Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento
- Medical Affiliations
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Sutter Medical Foundation
- Sutter Medical Group
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Sutter Medical Network
- Other Affiliations
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Surgery Center Division
Practice Locations
Board Certifications
BOARD CERTIFIED IN:
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Pediatric Gastroenterology
Credentials & Notables
- Medical School:
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University of Miami School of Medicine
- Residency:
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University of California, Irvine
- Fellowship:
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University of California, San Diego
- Special Training:
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Board Certified in Pediatrics
Languages
- Primary Language(s)
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English
Publications
Clinically Actionable Hypercholesterolemia and Hypertriglyceridemia in Children with Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Article
- Journal of Pediatrics
Harlow KE, Africa JA, Wells A, Belt PH, Behling CA, Jain AK, Molleston JP, Newton KP, Rosenthal P, Vos MB, Xanthakos SA, Lavine JE, Schwimmer JB
7/2018
In Children With Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Zone 1 Steatosis Is Associated With Advanced Fibrosis
- Article
- Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Africa JA, Behling CA, Brunt EM, Zhang N, Luo Y, Wells A, Hou J, Belt PH, Kohil R, Lavine JE, Molleston JP, Newton KP, Whitington PF, Schwimmer JB
3/2018
Lifestyle Interventions Including Nutrition, Exercise, and Supplements for Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Children
- Article
- Digestive Diseases and Sciences
Africa JA, Newton KP, Schwimmer JB
5/2016
Practice Information
To schedule an appointment please call the Sacramento office at 916-887-4780, contact EPIC Pool 331 for Sacramento or EPIC Pool 27345 for Roseville.
Personal Interests
During his spare time, Dr. Africa enjoys traveling, hiking, trying new foods and exploring new cultures.
Philosophy of Care
My goal is to provide compassionate and thoughtful care for children with gastrointestinal and liver disorders.
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