Overview
Dr. Amar R. Deshpande is Professor of Medicine in the Division of Digestive Health and Liver Diseases with a secondary appointment in the Department of Medical Education at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He completed his medical degree at the University of Miami School of Medicine and then stayed at the University of Miami and Jackson Memorial Hospital for his internal medicine residency and gastroenterology fellowship. Dr. Deshpande sees patients and does research at the University of Miami Crohn's and Colitis Center. He is Director of the Advanced IBD fellowship and Vice Chair for Education in the Department of Medicine. He has authored many articles, book chapters, and reviews in prestigious gastroenterology and internal medicine journals with multiple presentations at national and international meetings; he is a reviewer for multiple gastroenterology journals and has sat on boards for IBD-related journals and advisory boards. He has been a member and Chair of the Approval Committee for the American Board of Internal Medicines Gastroenterology Board Examination. He is Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education and Administration at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and was previously Assistant then Associate Dean for Medical Education, program director of the GI fellowship, co-director of the Internal Medicine clerkship for medical students, and director of the pathophysiology modules for pre-clerkship medical students, roles for which he won numerous teaching awards. He is also the faculty advisor of the student-run Mitchell Wolfson Sr Department of Community Service (DOCS) at UM, a group that has won national awards for its commitment to caring for thousands of the underserved in South Florida through health fairs, free clinics, and other events.
Dr. Deshpande is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 76 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Deshpande is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amar R. Deshpande
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amar R. Deshpande?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amar R. Deshpande by calling their office at 305-243-8644. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amar R. Deshpande a top-rated expert for Crohn's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amar R. Deshpande is classified as an Distinguished expert for Crohn's 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. Amar R. Deshpande specialize in?
While Dr. Amar R. Deshpande is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Ulcerative Colitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Amar R. Deshpande participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amar R. Deshpande has published 76 articles and abstracts on conditions like Crohn's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Amar R. Deshpande's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amar R. Deshpande accept my insurance?
Dr. Amar R. Deshpande accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 305-243-8644 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Deshpande isDistinguished. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Deshpande isDistinguished. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Deshpande isDistinguished. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
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- ColitisDr. Deshpande isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Deshpande isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- EndoscopyDr. Deshpande isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Deshpande isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
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- Childhood VolvulusDr. Deshpande isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Deshpande isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Deshpande isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Deshpande isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Deshpande isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Deshpande isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.