Overview
Ala Imam is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Pontiac, Michigan.
Dr. Imam is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Esophagitis, Hiatal Hernia, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Imam is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
44405 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48341
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Imam has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ala E. Imam
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ala E. Imam?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ala E. Imam by calling their office at 248-625-3000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ala E. Imam a top-rated expert for Diverticular Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ala E. Imam is classified as an Distinguished expert for Diverticular Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ala E. Imam specialize in?
While Dr. Ala E. Imam is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Diverticular Disease, Esophagitis, and Hiatal Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Ala E. Imam accept my insurance?
Dr. Ala E. Imam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 248-625-3000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Imam isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Advanced
- Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
- EsophagitisDr. Imam isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- HepatitisDr. Imam isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Imam isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AnemiaDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- CirrhosisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- DiarrheaDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EndoscopyDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastritisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hepatitis CDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Morning SicknessDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Imam isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.

