Dr. Alan Leichtner

Pediatric Gastroenterology
Division Of Gastroenterology, Hepatology And Nutrition
300 Longwood Ave, 
Boston, MA 
Division Of Gastroenterology, Hepatology And Nutrition
300 Longwood Ave, 
Boston, MA 

Overview

Alan Leichtner is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.

His clinical expertise encompasses Celiac Disease, Malabsorption, Lactose Intolerance, and Endoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 31 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Licenses

Pediatric Gastroenterology in MA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

31 Total Publications

"If You Don't Care, Why Should I?": Residents' Perspectives on Attending Actions that Influence the Educational Alliance.
"If You Don't Care, Why Should I?": Residents' Perspectives on Attending Actions that Influence the Educational Alliance.
Journal: Academic pediatrics
Published: July 14, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alan Leichtner

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Alan Leichtner by calling their office at 857-218-6413. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Alan Leichtner a top-rated expert for Celiac Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alan Leichtner is classified as an Experienced expert for Celiac 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. Alan Leichtner specialize in?

While Dr. Alan Leichtner is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Celiac Disease, Malabsorption, and Lactose Intolerance. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Alan Leichtner participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Alan Leichtner has published 31 articles and abstracts on conditions like Celiac Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Alan Leichtner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Alan Leichtner accept my insurance?

Dr. Alan Leichtner accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 857-218-6413 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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