Overview
Alejandro Velez is a pediatric gastroenterologist with additional expertise in neurogastroenterology and motility in children. Alejandro was born in Colombia and moved to the US as a teenager spending most of his early adult life in the northeast. His training includes undergraduate education at the University of Maine, medical school at the University of Vermont, pediatric residency at Children's Hospital at Montefiore and pediatric gastroenterology fellowship in Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He is an assistant professor of pediatrics for the University of Michigan medical school and a faculty member for the division of pediatric gastroenterology of C.S. Mott Children's hospital. His passion in medicine includes the treatment of childhood constipation, motility disorders (achalasia, pseudo-obstruction), and disorders of gut-brain interaction (irritable bowel syndrome, functional abdominal pain, etc).
Dr. Lopez is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, Hirschsprung Disease, and Bowel Incontinence.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1540 E Hospital Dr, Floor 8 Reception B, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez by calling their office at 734-763-9650. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez a top-rated expert for Encopresis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez is classified as an Advanced expert for Encopresis, 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. Alejandro V. Lopez specialize in?
While Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Encopresis, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, and Hirschsprung Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Encopresis. You can view a list of Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alejandro V. Lopez accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-763-9650 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Lopez isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- EncopresisDr. Lopez isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Lopez isAdvanced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Hirschsprung DiseaseDr. Lopez isAdvanced. Learn about Hirschsprung Disease.
- Neurogenic BowelDr. Lopez isAdvanced. Learn about Neurogenic Bowel.
- Total Intestinal AganglionosisDr. Lopez isAdvanced. Learn about Total Intestinal Aganglionosis.
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- AchalasiaDr. Lopez isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Lopez isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Lopez isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Biliary AtresiaDr. Lopez isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Atresia.
- Cardiofaciocutaneous SyndromeDr. Lopez isExperienced. Learn about Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Lopez isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.