
Overview
Philosophy of care | I believe in taking care of you as a whole, investing in your emotional well-being as well as treating your physical ailment. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because I wanted to help people. I have always found medicine and science fascinating, and the more I learned, the more I wanted to know. Gastroenterology is by far the most interesting specialty to me, and with the variety of pathology we see, it is never boring. | Community involvement | I routinely participate in local Step Beyond Celiac 5K events to raise money for celiac disease research, and have spoken at local PA gluten free expos. My personal and professional passion is to raise awareness for and to focus on patient education for celiac disease. | Personal interests | I love spending time with my son, daughter and husband, and enjoy improving on my gluten-free cooking skills.
Dr. Baragona is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Celiac Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Baragona is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Baragona is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 110, Allentown, PA 18104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Baragona 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.
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. Allison J. Baragona
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Allison J. Baragona?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Allison J. Baragona by calling their office at 610-821-2828. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Allison J. Baragona a top-rated expert for Celiac Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Allison J. Baragona is classified as an Advanced 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. Allison J. Baragona specialize in?
While Dr. Allison J. Baragona is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Celiac Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Gastric Dysmotility. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Allison J. Baragona participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Allison J. Baragona has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Celiac Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Allison J. Baragona's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Allison J. Baragona accept my insurance?
Dr. Allison J. Baragona accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 610-821-2828 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.
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- Advanced
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- GastroparesisDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Morning SicknessDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Baragona isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Acid MalabsorptionDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Bile Acid Malabsorption.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholangitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)Dr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC).
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Dubin-Johnson SyndromeDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Dubin-Johnson Syndrome.
- EncopresisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- Eosinophilic EnteropathyDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Enteropathy.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HepatitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis ADr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis A.
- Hepatitis CDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- HiccupsDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Hiccups.
- IndigestionDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- JaundiceDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Liver FailureDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- ProctitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Rotor SyndromeDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Rotor Syndrome.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- Spontaneous Bacterial PeritonitisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Baragona isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.

