The 20 Best Short Bowel Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Pittsburgh, PA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 41 doctor with experience in Short Bowel Syndrome near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 26 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Elite in Short Bowel Syndrome

    Liver And Intestine Transplant At Pediatric Gastroenterology In Lawrenceville

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Simon Horslen, MBChB, FRCPCH, is a pediatric hepatologist and transplant physician and is certified in General Pediatrics and Gastroenterology by the Medical Royal Colleges in the United Kingdom. He is director of Pediatric Hepatology at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and is a professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Horslen earned his medical degree at the University of Bristol Medical School in England and is a fellow and founding member of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (UK). He is a fellow of the American Society of Transplantation and of the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease.Dr. Horslen has worked in the United States for the last 23 years, initially at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE, and subsequently at Seattle Children’s in Seattle, WA as director of Hepatology and medical director of Solid Organ Transplantation. His clinical and research interests include pediatric liver disease, acute liver failure, and liver and intestine transplantation. He has over 150 publications in the areas of pediatric liver disease, intestinal failure, and transplantation and participates in several multicenter studies.Dr. Horslen lives in Edgeworth with his wife, Sarah. He has two adult children who continue to live in the Pacific Northwest. He is an avid soccer fan, likes to play golf when his busy schedule allows, and is a woodturner and particularly enjoys making bowls on his lathe.View the full list of Dr. Horslen’s publications on PubMed.LGBTQIA+ Affirming: This provider has completed training on how to create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ patients. This provider may or may not offer LGBTQIA+ specific medical or surgical care. Please ask when scheduling. Dr. Horslen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Cholestasis, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Biliary Atresia, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Horslen is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery

    Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

    3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Ruy Cruz is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cruz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Small Bowel Resection, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Cruz is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Cruz is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Binion, MD, specializes in inflammatory bowel disease gastroenterology and gastrointestinal transplant surgery and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his medical degree at SUNY at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Binion is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Binion is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Pediatric Gastroenterology In Lawrenceville

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Rudolph, MD, is a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist. He serves as the clinical director of the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition and medical director of the Intestinal Care and Rehabilitation (ICARE) Program at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is also vice chair of clinical affairs and an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Dr. Rudolph completed his undergraduate work at Yale University and medical school training at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He went on to complete his pediatric residency at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and his pediatric gastroenterology fellowship at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.Dr. Rudolph’s clinical interests are in the care of children with intestinal failure as well as those that go on to intestinal transplant.View Dr. Rudolph's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Rudolph is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Atresia of Small Intestine, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Hirschsprung Disease, and Pancreas Transplant. Dr. Rudolph is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery

    Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

    3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Armando Ganoza, MD, is a transplant surgeon and is certified in adult and pediatric transplant surgery by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS). He is a surgical director of the Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and is an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from San Marcos University in Lima, Peru, and completed his residency at Guillermo Almenara Hospital in Lima, Peru. He received his fellowship training in kidney, pancreas, and small bowel transplant surgery from the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute and UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He also completed the ASTS fellowship in transplant and hepatobiliary surgery at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital.Dr. Ganoza’s clinical interests include kidney, liver, pancreas, and intestinal transplantation in children and adults. He has special interests in liver and kidney living organ donation. He is also experienced in autologous islet-cell transplantation for chronic pancreatitis. He has numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of several transplant societies including, ASTS, AST, IPTA, IRTA, TTS, and SPLIT.View Dr. Ganoza’s full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Ganoza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Thrombophlebitis, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Ganoza is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ganoza is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery

    Minimally Invasive Bariatric And General Surgery, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    300 Halket Street, Suite 5600, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramesh Ramanathan, MD, is certified by the American Board of Surgery. He practices at the Minimally Invasive Bariatric and General Surgery Program at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. He completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, fellowship at Adyar Cancer Institute, residency at Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, and medical degree at Madras Medical College.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Ramanathan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Obesity, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Ramanathan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ramanathan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery

    Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

    3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ajai Khanna, MD, PhD, is an adult and pediatric multiorgan transplant surgeon and is certified in transplant and general surgery by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and is a fellow of The American College of Surgeons. He is a professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from University of Allahabad in India and completed his residency at University Hospitals in the UK, followed by transplant surgery fellowship at UPMC. Dr. Khanna is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastroschisis, Liver Transplant, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Khanna is board certified in European Board Of Surgery. Dr. Khanna is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery

    UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh, Pediatric Transplant Services

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    George V. Mazariegos, MD, FACS, specializes in pediatric transplant surgery at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is certified by the American College of Surgeons and is chief of Pediatric Transplantation at UPMC while holding the title of Jamie Lee Curtis Chair in Transplantation Surgery. He received his medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School, completed his residency at Michigan State University, followed by fellowships at UPMC in critical care medicine, and the Thomas E. Starzl fellowship in transplantation, hepatic, and multivisceral transplantation.Dr. Mazariegos’ clinical interests include treatment of pediatric patients who have liver and intestinal disease that require transplantation or hepatobiliary surgery. He is a member of the Society of University Surgeons, the American Surgical Association, and the Pediatric Committee of the International Liver Transplant Society. He and colleagues recently founded the Starzl Network for Excellence in Pediatric Transplantation, a learning health system focused on accelerating innovation and patient centered care in pediatric transplantation. Dr. Mazariegos lives in Oakland with his wife and three children.View Dr. Mazariegos's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Mazariegos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crigler-Najjar Syndrome, Biliary Atresia, Short Bowel Syndrome, Liver Transplant, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Mazariegos is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Mazariegos is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Surgical Oncology

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    5150 Centre Avenue, Suite 414, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian

    Genia Dubrovsky, MD, specializes in general surgery and surgical oncology and is board-certified in both by the American Board of Surgery. He practices at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. He completed his medical degree at Stony Brook School of Medicine, residency at UCLA Department of Surgery, and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Dubrovsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Appendicitis, Gastroschisis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Dubrovsky is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    1515 Locust Street, Floor 5, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. David J. Levinthal is a gastroenterologist and is board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. He is director of the Neurogastroenterology & Motility Center and assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition. Dr. Levinthal received his doctorate in Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh, followed by his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine; he completed his residency at the University of Michigan Health System and his gastroenterology fellowship at UPMC. Dr. Levinthal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), Gastroparesis, Protein Deficiency, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Levinthal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery

    Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

    3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Abhinav Humar, MD, is the clinical director of the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute and chief of UPMC Transplant Services. He received his medical degree from the University of Ottawa where he also completed his general surgical residency. He completed his surgical fellowship in transplantation at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Humar is a member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and the International Liver Transplantation Society with more than 600 abstracts accepted at national and international transplant meetings and has co-authored more than 200 manuscripts, 30 book chapters and two books.Dr. Humar’s clinical interests include living donor and split liver transplants and studies of hepatic regeneration.View Dr. Humar’s full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Humar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Humar is board certified in Royal College Of Physicians And Surgeons Of Canada. Dr. Humar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Medicine, Division Of Gastroenterology

    200 Lothrop Street, Mezzanine Level C Wing, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Whitcomb, MD, PhD, specializes in gastroenterology and is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Whitcomb completed his fellowship and residencies at the Duke University School of Medicine and medical degree at Ohio State University College of Medicine. Dr. Whitcomb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Whitcomb is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery

    Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

    3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Vikraman Gunabushanam is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gunabushanam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Gunabushanam is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Gunabushanam is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Phillips, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC Presbyterian. She received her medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and then completed a residency at Yale Internal Medicine Residency Programs and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, and Malnutrition. Dr. Phillips is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Phillips is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Fasanella, MD, specializes in esophageal diseases and disorders and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Digestive Health Care at Presbyterian and is affiliated with UPMC Horizon, UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Mercy. Dr. Fasanella received his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Duke University School of Medicine and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Fasanella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Jaundice, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Fasanella is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery

    UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh, Pediatric Transplant Services

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kyle Soltys, MD, is a board-certified pediatric liver transplant surgeon at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and an associate professor of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Dr. Soltys earned his medical degree from the Boston University School of Medicine. He then completed a General Surgery Residency at the University Hospital Department of Surgery in Newark, NJ, followed by a Transplant Fellowship at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Recanati-Miller Transplant Institute. Finally, he completed a Transplantation Fellowship at UPMC’s Thomas E. Starzl Transplant Institute.His research and clinical interests include late graft loss in pediatric transplantation, infectious complications of pediatric transplant, ischemia/reperfusion injury in fatty liver models, preservation injury and post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorders.View Dr. Soltys' full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Soltys is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crigler-Najjar Syndrome, Cholestasis, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Liver Transplant, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Soltys is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Soltys is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery

    UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh, Pediatric Transplant Services

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rakesh Sindhi, MD, FACS, is a pediatric abdominal transplant surgeon, board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He is co-director of Pediatric Transplantation, director of Pediatric Transplant Research, and professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Sindhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatoblastoma, Biliary Atresia, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Sindhi is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Sindhi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Infectious Disease

    Pediatric Infectious Diseases In Lawrenceville

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marian Michaels, MD, MPH, is a physician in the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and a professor of pediatrics and surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She is board-certified in pediatric infectious diseases by the American Board of Pediatrics.Dr. Michaels earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She went on to complete a residency at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children/NHS Trust. She also completed a fellowship with the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Dr. Michaels is recognized nationally and internationally as an authority on infections in immunocompromised hosts particularly after transplantation. She has served in numerous leadership positions locally and nationally including serving as chair of the United States’ Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) ad hoc Disease Transmission Advisory Committee (2018-20) and joining the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS)/OPTN Board of Directors in 2020.Dr. Michaels directs the Clinical Research Unit at UPMC Children’s Hospital with a wide range of studies including those looking at infections in immunocompromised patients, studying treatment of children with congenital cytomegalovirus, and looking at the epidemiology of respiratory and gastrointestinal infections in children including SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19. Her research interests include epidemiology, prevention, and treatment of infections in immunocompromised hosts particularly those undergoing transplantation; HIV early intervention projects for children, youth, women, and families; acute respiratory and gastrointestinal illnesses in children; congenital cytomegalovirus; and vaccine preventable diseases.View Dr. Michaels' full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Michaels is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chickenpox, Infantile Neutropenia, Infant Botulism, Liver Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Michaels is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Michaels is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Medicine, Division Of General Internal Medicine

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite 9S, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strep Throat, Short Bowel Syndrome, Flu, Tubal Ligation, and Mastoidectomy. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Bariatric Medicine

    Minimally Invasive Bariatric And General Surgery, West Mifflin

    275 Clairton Boulevard, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anita P. Courcoulas, MD, MPH, FACS, is a minimally invasive general surgeon certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. She is a professor of surgery and chief of the Division of Minimally Invasive Bariatric and General Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Courcoulas attended Brown University, where she graduated with honors and completed her medical degree at Boston University School of Medicine, also with honors. She completed her general surgery internship and residency, pediatric surgery post-graduate research fellowship, and minimally invasive surgery post-graduate fellowship training all at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. In addition, she obtained a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health during her surgical training program. Dr. Courcoulas specializes in minimal access general surgery, abdominal surgery during pregnancy, and bariatric and metabolic surgery. Her research focuses on surgical outcomes, clinical trials, and emerging technologies in bariatric surgery.Dr. Courcoulas is active within many national surgical and obesity organizations, serves on the editorial boards of leading scientific journals, and has published more than 230 peer-reviewed manuscripts, abstracts, and book chapters.View Dr. Courcoulas' full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Courcoulas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Courcoulas is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Courcoulas is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is the definition of Short Bowel Syndrome?

    Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result.

    When should I see a Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Short Bowel Syndrome doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Short Bowel Syndrome doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Short Bowel Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Short Bowel Syndrome doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Short Bowel Syndrome doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Short Bowel Syndrome doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Short Bowel Syndrome doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Short Bowel Syndrome doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Short Bowel Syndrome doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Short Bowel Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Short Bowel Syndrome doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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