Ali G. Gharavi
Expertise in
9
conditions
Expertise in
9
conditions

Overview

"Dr. Ali Gharavi is a kidney specialist with expertise in human genetics. He is the Harold Ames Hatch (II) Professor of Medicine and currently serves as Chair of the Department of Medicine at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, and Physician-in-Chief, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia. He previously served as the Chief of the Division of Nephrology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center.The principal investigator on multiple research projects funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Dr. Gharavi has specific interests in the genetics of kidney diseases, including IgA nephropathy and congenital abnormalities of the kidney and urinary tract. His research has identified genes and risk loci for many kidney diseases and has demonstrated the utility of sequencing for the diagnosis and management of patients with kidney disorders.""Owing to the recent progress in genomic technologies, we now have the opportunity to make a precise genetic diagnosis for many patients and individualize care based on the specific molecular mechanism of disease. My objective is to therefore bring personalized genomic medicine from the laboratory into patient care,"" says Dr. Gharavi. As Department Chair, he aims to enhance access to genomic medicine for patients and reduce disparities for underserved populations.After receiving his medical degree from George Washington University, Dr. Gharavi completed his Internal medicine residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center and fellowships in hypertension and nephrology, also at Mount Sinai. He then completed a postdoctoral fellowship in human genetics at Yale University School of Medicine. He previously held academic appointments at Yale University School of Medicine and Mount Sinai School of Medicine and hospital appointments at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Gharavi is the author of over 200 peer-reviewed publications and has led national and International committees related to genetic testing and research for kidney disorders. He was a recipient of the Judson Daland Prize for Outstanding Clinical Investigation from the American Philosophical Society, the National Kidney Foundation Clinical Scientist Award, and Homer Smith Award from the American Society of Nephrology. He was elected to the American Society of Clinical Investigation and the American Association of Physicians.".

Dr. Gharavi is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are IgA Nephropathy, Glomerulonephritis, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Nephrotic Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 165 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

George Washington University School Of Medicine

Residency

Mount Sinai Medical Center

Specialties

Nephrology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NY

Board Certifications

Nephrology

Fellowships

Mount Sinai Medical Center

Hospital Affiliations

NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

CUIMC/Russ Berrie Medical Science Pavilion
1150 St. Nicholas Avenue, New York, NY 10032

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. Ali G. Gharavi

Is Dr. Ali G. Gharavi a top-rated expert for IgA Nephropathy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ali G. Gharavi is classified as an Elite expert for IgA Nephropathy, 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. Ali G. Gharavi specialize in?

While Dr. Ali G. Gharavi is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in IgA Nephropathy, Glomerulonephritis, and Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.

Does Dr. Ali G. Gharavi participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ali G. Gharavi has published 165 articles and abstracts on conditions like IgA Nephropathy. You can view a list of Dr. Ali G. Gharavi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ali G. Gharavi accept my insurance?

Dr. Ali G. Gharavi accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and EmblemHealth. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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