Overview
Charlene Lepane is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Kissimmee, Florida.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Varices, Gastritis, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Lepane is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
400 Celebration Pl Ste A360, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute - Downtown Orlando
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Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute - Downtown Orlando
A leading international expert on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Udayakumar Navaneethan, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who treats complex digestive disorders at the Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute Center for Advanced Endoscopy, Research & Education and Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease. He has advanced training in: ChromoendoscopyEndoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)Luminal interventionsEndoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)Double balloon enteroscopy (DBE)Pouchoscopy and therapeutic endoscopy in IBDDr. Navaneethan’s TrainingDr. Navaneethan earned his medical degree from Madras Medical College in India and completed an internship and residency in internal medicine at University Hospital/University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha honor society during his residency and pursued fellowships in gastroenterology, IBD and advanced endoscopy at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.About Dr. NavaneethanDr. Navaneethan currently is the principal investigator for multiple IBD-related clinical trials and studies focusing on medical and endoscopic management of complex IBD, chromoendoscopy for early diagnosis of colon cancer in IBD, primary sclerosing cholangitis and new medications for IBD. He has presented more than 100 research study abstracts and authored more than 240 peer-reviewed manuscripts and several book chapters focused on the endoscopic management of IBD. He sits on the editorial board of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases journal and is the associate editor of BMC Gastroenterology.He was one of the founding members of the Global Interventional IBD group and the special interest group in interventional IBD in the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Navaneethan is a member of the American Gastroenterology Association and Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation Florida Chapter, where he is on the medical advisory committee and chair of the professional educational committee. He also is a fellow of the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and the American College of Gastroenterology.View Curriculum Vitae. Dr. Navaneethan is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sclerosing Cholangitis, Cholangitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Navaneethan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine And Gastroenterology. Dr. Navaneethan is currently accepting new patients.
AdventHealth Medical Group Center For Interventional Endoscopy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charlene A. Lepane
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charlene A. Lepane?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Charlene A. Lepane by calling their office at 407-303-4829. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Charlene A. Lepane a top-rated expert for Endoscopy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charlene A. Lepane is classified as an Experienced expert for Endoscopy, 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. Charlene A. Lepane specialize in?
While Dr. Charlene A. Lepane is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Endoscopy, Esophageal Varices, and Gastritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Charlene A. Lepane accept my insurance?
Dr. Charlene A. Lepane accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 407-303-4829 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HepatitisDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- VisceromegalyDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Lepane isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.

