Expertise in
17
conditions

Dr. David E. Kaplan

Gastroenterology
Penn Gastroenterology Perelman
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 4th Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
17
conditions
Penn Gastroenterology Perelman
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 4th Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Overview

David Kaplan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Kaplan is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Liver Embolization.

Dr. Kaplan is board certified in Transplant Hepatology, 2006, Gastroenterology, 2004, and Internal Medicine, 2000. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 229 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. Dr. Kaplan is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

Transplant Hepatology, 2006
Gastroenterology, 2004
Internal Medicine, 2000

Fellowships

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania
Chester County Hospital
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Paoli Hospital
Doylestown Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

Penn Gastroenterology Perelman
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Other Locations
Penn Gastroenterology Radnor
145 King Of Prussia Road, Floor 2, Suite 205 South, Radnor, PA 19087

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Kaplan 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.

Ascites
Esophageal Varices
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Portal Hypertension
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Cirrhosis
Liver Failure

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

Effect of Simvastatin on Hepatic Decompensation and Death in Subjects With High-risk Compensated Cirrhosis
Effect of Simvastatin on Hepatic Decompensation and Death in Subjects With High-risk Compensated Cirrhosis
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: January 07, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Simvastatin
Study Phase: Phase 3
THE PRIORITIZE STUDY: A Pragmatic, Randomized Study of Oral Regimens for Hepatitis C: Transforming Decision-Making for Patients, Providers, and Stakeholders
THE PRIORITIZE STUDY: A Pragmatic, Randomized Study of Oral Regimens for Hepatitis C: Transforming Decision-Making for Patients, Providers, and Stakeholders
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 06, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 4
Prospective Pilot Study of the Effect of Rifaximin on B-Cell Dysregulation in Cirrhosis Due to Chronic Hepatitis C Infection
Prospective Pilot Study of the Effect of Rifaximin on B-Cell Dysregulation in Cirrhosis Due to Chronic Hepatitis C Infection
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: March 11, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Phase I, Randomized, Open-Label, Active-Controlled, Dose Escalation Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability & Immunogenicity of INO-1800 Alone or in Combination With INO-9112 Delivered IM Followed by EP in Select Nucleos(t)Ide Analogue-Treated, Chronic Hepatitis B Patients
Phase I, Randomized, Open-Label, Active-Controlled, Dose Escalation Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability & Immunogenicity of INO-1800 Alone or in Combination With INO-9112 Delivered IM Followed by EP in Select Nucleos(t)Ide Analogue-Treated, Chronic Hepatitis B Patients
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 15, 2019
Intervention Type: Biological, Drug
Study Phase: Phase 1
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229 Total Publications

Trial design and end points in hepatocellular carcinoma: an EASL-AASLD-ILCA consensus statement.
Trial design and end points in hepatocellular carcinoma: an EASL-AASLD-ILCA consensus statement.
Journal: Nature reviews. Clinical oncology
Published: May 06, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David E. Kaplan

How do I make an appointment with Dr. David E. Kaplan?

You can book an appointment with Dr. David E. Kaplan by calling their office at 215-349-8222. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. David E. Kaplan a top-rated expert for Liver Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David E. Kaplan is classified as an Elite expert for Liver Cancer, 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. David E. Kaplan specialize in?

While Dr. David E. Kaplan is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Liver Cancer, Cirrhosis, and Hepatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. David E. Kaplan participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. David E. Kaplan has published 229 articles and abstracts on conditions like Liver Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. David E. Kaplan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. David E. Kaplan accept my insurance?

Dr. David E. Kaplan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-349-8222 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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