Overview
Dr. David H. Kruchko is a caring board-certified gastroenterologist who is driven by the complexities of patients with gastrointestinal issues. Originally from Virginia, Dr. Kruchko completed his undergraduate studies at Virginia Tech University and remained in Blacksburg, VA, to obtain his medical degree. From there, he moved to Chicago to complete his medical residency and gastroenterology fellowship at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.Dr. Kruchko is an active member of the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. In addition to managing swallowing disorders, abdominal discomfort, dysfunction of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas, and inflammatory bowel disease, he is passionate about preventing colorectal cancer and all GI-related cancers.Dr. Kruchko spent his final year of fellowship studying and publishing research on inherited GI-cancer syndromes. He completed a course with the City of Hope to become a Certified Genetic Cancer Risk Assessment Specialist. This specialized training allows him to help patients understand the importance and nuances of genetic testing results. He is also well equipped to perform the necessary procedures, such as endoscopy and colonoscopy, to help prevent GI-related cancers.He is thrilled with the opportunity to work as a community gastroenterologist at the exceptional Medical University of South Carolina. He looks forward to having the resources and support to put patients first and continue providing excellent clinical care to impact our community positively.
His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Morning Sickness, Arteriovenous Malformation, and Gastroparesis.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kruchko is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
5500 Front Street, Suite 440, Summerville, SC 29486
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Dr. Kruchko 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.
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Dr. Sharma is the Donald O. Castell Endowed Chair in Gastroenterology at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) with a clinical and translational focus in Neurogastroenterology \& Motility (NGM), particularly diabetic gastroparesis and Parkinson's disease. He obtained his medical degree at Virginia Commonwealth University, completed internal medicine residency at Temple University Hospitals, and GI fellowship at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. Dr. Sharma's research focus is understanding the pathophysiology of gut-brain axis in various conditions and developing innovative, non-invasive, and promising neuromodulation therapies through his insights, outstanding mentorship and collaborations, and his engineering background. He currently serves as principal investigator of a NIH-funded multi-center, randomized, sham-controlled study investigating thoracic neuromodulation for diabetic gastroparesis (R01-DK133520) and one of the multiple PIs of one of the 5 centers in the NIDDK-supported Gut-Brain Parkinson's Disease Consortium (GBPDC) (U01-DK140923). Dr. Sharma is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bowel Incontinence, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Gastroparesis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David H. Kruchko
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David H. Kruchko?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David H. Kruchko by calling their office at 843-985-2529. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David H. Kruchko a top-rated expert for Hyperemesis Gravidarum?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David H. Kruchko is classified as an Experienced expert for Hyperemesis Gravidarum, 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 H. Kruchko specialize in?
While Dr. David H. Kruchko is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Morning Sickness, and Arteriovenous Malformation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. David H. Kruchko participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David H. Kruchko has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hyperemesis Gravidarum. You can view a list of Dr. David H. Kruchko's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David H. Kruchko accept my insurance?
Dr. David H. Kruchko accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-985-2529 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Kruchko isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- GastroparesisDr. Kruchko isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Hyperemesis GravidarumDr. Kruchko isExperienced. Learn about Hyperemesis Gravidarum.
- Morning SicknessDr. Kruchko isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- TenesmusDr. Kruchko isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.