Overview
Current research is focussed on Barrett's esophagus. Targeted biopsies using confocal endomicroscopy for more accurate diagnosis. Radiofrequency ablation of Barrett's esophagus. Endoscopic mucosal resection of pre-cancerous lesions and early cancer. Blood tests and biopsy tests for early detection of esophageal cancer. Prevention of esophageal cancer in Barrett's esophagus.
Dr. Lightdale is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Esophageal Cancer, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Dr. Lightdale is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 108 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. Dr. Lightdale is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
180 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Lightdale 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.
4 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charles J. Lightdale
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charles J. Lightdale?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Charles J. Lightdale by calling their office at 212-305-3423. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Charles J. Lightdale a top-rated expert for Barrett Esophagus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charles J. Lightdale is classified as an Elite expert for Barrett Esophagus, 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. Charles J. Lightdale specialize in?
While Dr. Charles J. Lightdale is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Esophageal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Charles J. Lightdale participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Charles J. Lightdale has published 108 articles and abstracts on conditions like Barrett Esophagus. You can view a list of Dr. Charles J. Lightdale's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Charles J. Lightdale accept my insurance?
Dr. Charles J. Lightdale accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Wellcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-3423 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
- Elite
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Lightdale isElite. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Distinguished
- EndoscopyDr. Lightdale isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Advanced
- Esophageal CancerDr. Lightdale isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- EsophagitisDr. Lightdale isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Lightdale isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Lightdale isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Experienced
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Lightdale isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Lightdale isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Lightdale isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Lightdale isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Lightdale isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Lightdale isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.