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Dr. Justin Field is a gastroenterologist who cares for patients with a wide range of digestive system concerns. Specializing in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, he founded the UCSF Rainbow IBD Clinic to meet the unique needs of LGBTQ+ patients who have IBD, with the goal of helping them not only manage their condition but thrive. He is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive health care environment and to providing personalized treatment plans that address all aspects of his patients' well-being.

Field's research is dedicated to improving health and quality of life for people with IBD. A key focus of his work is understanding the risk factors for anal cancer in IBD patients and finding the best ways to prevent it. Recognizing that each patient's experience is unique, he is studying the specific needs of LGBTQ+ individuals living with IBD and how to tailor health care to better meet those needs.

Field earned his medical degree at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, where he served as chief resident. He completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, followed by a fellowship in inflammatory bowel disease at UCSF.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, 2022

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2018

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, 2023

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Gastroenterology, 2022

  • Residencies

    Temple University Hospital GME, Internal Medicine, 2019

  • Internship

    Temple University Hospital GME, Internal Medicine, 2016

  • Education

    Sidney Kimmel Medical College, 2015

  • Languages

    English

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.7

    Overall Experience
    67 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 27, 2025
    Experience was excellent!
    Mar 07, 2025
    Provider seemed concerned about my understanding of my situation and provided me with answers
    Sep 28, 2024
    I hope to have my daughter see him as well. Justin has exceeded any expectations I may have had. My husband and I called eachother after the appointment and I was gushing with gratitude. I've never experienced a feeling of feeling listened to, given answers and hope before. Thank you is not enough.
    Sep 23, 2024
    Provider was thorough, in explaing & describing results of tests. He asked for my views about taking certain drugs. He was friendly, patient & professional.
    Aug 30, 2024
    He fails to communicate very well. I had a new condition and I had to specifically ask him how to handle it, he doesn't voluntarily provide you with treatment options. Also, on his after visit notes he tells you to view the X-ray results for the diagnosis. Well, it's full of medical terminology which I don't understand, he should be explaining the results in his notes.
    May 31, 2024
    Couldn't be more pleased
    May 23, 2024
    Listened well, respected my input/opinions, comments. Very thorough.
    Apr 21, 2024
    Dr. Field displayed a friendly demeanor and competence. He was attentive, listened to my concerns, asked helpful questions and overall made me feel taken seriously and that I can trust to be in good hands.
    Apr 04, 2024
    The Dr did not take my concerns seriously. Dr was dismissive. Then said, " I hope you don't think I'm being dismissive of your issue." He realized how he sounded and what his actions communicated. The Dr was rushed and would not answer all of my questions as he said he didn't have time. The Dr asked no questions of me ever, except where I lived. He said, "well I don't need to ask you any questions" after I provided a summary of my symptoms. The Dr was not curious about the cause of the problems. He seemed more focused on a different topic other than my purpose for seeing him. He told me he did not think he could necessarily solve or fix my issues. After the appointment, when I got home and told my 11 year old daughter about the experience, she said, "you should go find another doctor." Best advice ever. My experience after the appointment with the scheduling nurse for the procedures has been worse if that's possible. The lack of information provided, dates with no times, no instructions for the procedure, I have had to ask multiple questions multiple times and to get any information. I am very disappointed with the medical care I have received at this appointment and in the follow up. As a long time patient of UCSF, this is not up to any basic standard of care.

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