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Jonathan A. Africa, M.D., FAAP

Jonathan A. Africa, M.D., FAAP

(916) 887-4780
Sutter Medical Plaza Sacramento 1625 Stockton Blvd. Suite 105 Sacramento, CA 95816
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Professional Interests

Pediatric Gastroenterology

  • 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

  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Intestinal failure, Jaundice, Liver disease and hepatology, Liver/ hepatology disorders, Malabsorption syndrome, Nutrition counseling, Obesity, Peptic ulcer disease, Routine endoscopy service, Ulcerative colitis
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Affiliations

Hospital Affiliations

Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento

Medical Affiliations

Sutter Medical Foundation

-  Sutter Medical Group

Sutter Medical Network

Other Affiliations

Surgery Center Division

Practice Locations

View Map of 1625 Stockton Blvd.,Sacramento,CA,95816
Address:
Sutter Medical Plaza Sacramento1625 Stockton Blvd. Suite 105 Sacramento, CA 95816
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(916) 887-4780
(916) 887-4810 fax
Hours
Monday7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Wednesday7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Thursday7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Friday7:30 am – 11:30 am

Board Certifications

BOARD CERTIFIED IN:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology

Credentials & Notables

Medical School:

University of Miami School of Medicine

Residency:

University of California, Irvine

Fellowship:

University of California, San Diego

Special Training:

Board Certified in Pediatrics

Languages

Primary Language(s)

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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