Overview
Ben Schwab is a General Surgeon in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Schwab is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1479 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Suite 150, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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. Ben Schwab
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ben Schwab?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ben Schwab by calling their office at 925-941-4058. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ben Schwab a top-rated expert for Choledocholithiasis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ben Schwab is classified as an Distinguished expert for Choledocholithiasis, 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. Ben Schwab specialize in?
While Dr. Ben Schwab is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, and Umbilical Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Ben Schwab participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ben Schwab has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Choledocholithiasis. You can view a list of Dr. Ben Schwab's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ben Schwab accept my insurance?
Dr. Ben Schwab accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 925-941-4058 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Schwab isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- HerniaDr. Schwab isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Advanced
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Schwab isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Schwab isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Schwab isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Juvenile AngiofibromaDr. Schwab isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Angiofibroma.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Schwab isAdvanced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Experienced
- AcrospiromaDr. Schwab isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Schwab isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Atresia of Small IntestineDr. Schwab isExperienced. Learn about Atresia of Small Intestine.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Schwab isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- CellulitisDr. Schwab isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.