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Dr. Bhaktasharan C. Patel

Gastroenterology
Optum Peak Endoscopy Center
1615 Medical Center Pt, 
Colorado Springs, CO 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
32
conditions
Optum Peak Endoscopy Center
1615 Medical Center Pt, 
Colorado Springs, CO 

Overview

Bhaktasharan Patel is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Dr. Patel is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Colitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles and participating in 12 clinical trials. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CO

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Los Angeles General Medical Center

Hospital Affiliations

Uch-Memorial Health System
Uchealth Grandview Hospital
Parkview Medical Center, Inc

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Optum Peak Endoscopy Center
1615 Medical Center Pt, Colorado Springs, CO 80907

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Patel 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.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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.

12 Clinical Trials

A Seamless, Adaptive, Phase 2b/3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Multicenter, International Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Belapectin (GR MD-02) for the Prevention of Esophageal Varices in NASH Cirrhosis
A Seamless, Adaptive, Phase 2b/3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Multicenter, International Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Belapectin (GR MD-02) for the Prevention of Esophageal Varices in NASH Cirrhosis
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: June 30, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Belapectin
Study Phase: Phase 2/Phase 3
A Phase 3 Long-term Safety Extension Study of SHP647 in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease (AIDA)
A Phase 3 Long-term Safety Extension Study of SHP647 in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease (AIDA)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 21, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Ontamalimab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-Controlled, Phase 2/3 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of LY3819253 and LY3832479 in Participants With Mild to Moderate COVID-19 Illness
A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-Controlled, Phase 2/3 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of LY3819253 and LY3832479 in Participants With Mild to Moderate COVID-19 Illness
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: April 11, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Bamlanivimab, Etesevimab
Study Phase: Phase 2/Phase 3
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Compensated Cirrhosis Due to Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Compensated Cirrhosis Due to Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 23, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Obeticholic acid
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-Controlled, Phase 2 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Mono and Combination Therapy With Monoclonal Antibodies in Participants With Mild to Moderate COVID-19 Illness (BLAZE-4)
A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-Controlled, Phase 2 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Mono and Combination Therapy With Monoclonal Antibodies in Participants With Mild to Moderate COVID-19 Illness (BLAZE-4)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 01, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Bamlanivimab, Etesevimab, LY3853113 Anti-COVID-19 Antibody, VIR-7831 Anti-COVID-19 Antibody
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Maintenance Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Crohn's Disease (CARMEN CD 307)
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Maintenance Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Crohn's Disease (CARMEN CD 307)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: March 31, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug, Other
Study Drug: Ontamalimab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Maintenance Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis (FIGARO UC 303)
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Maintenance Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis (FIGARO UC 303)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 14, 2022
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 2 Dose Ranging, Randomized, Double Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy of EDP-305 in Subjects With Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
A Phase 2 Dose Ranging, Randomized, Double Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy of EDP-305 in Subjects With Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 16, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Induction Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis (FIGARO UC 301)
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Induction Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis (FIGARO UC 301)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: June 14, 2021
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Induction Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Crohn's Disease (CARMEN CD 305)
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Induction Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Crohn's Disease (CARMEN CD 305)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: April 29, 2021
Intervention Type: Other, Biological
Study Phase: Phase 3
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2 Total Publications

Cholate Clearance: Improving the Assessment of Liver Health Compared to Current Liver Tests.
Cholate Clearance: Improving the Assessment of Liver Health Compared to Current Liver Tests.
Journal: Gastro hep advances
Published: May 16, 2025
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Is Dr. Bhaktasharan C. Patel a top-rated expert for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bhaktasharan C. Patel is classified as an Advanced expert for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), 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. Bhaktasharan C. Patel specialize in?

While Dr. Bhaktasharan C. Patel is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Colitis, and Bile Duct Obstruction. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Bhaktasharan C. Patel participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Bhaktasharan C. Patel has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). You can view a list of Dr. Bhaktasharan C. Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Bhaktasharan C. Patel accept my insurance?

Dr. Bhaktasharan C. Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 719-895-9090 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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