
Overview
Deepak Gopal, MD, is a gastroenterologist (digestive system doctor) at UW Health. He treats cancerous and benign esophageal and gastrointestinal (GI) tract conditions. These include GERD (acid reflux), Barrett's esophagus (precancerous lesions), pancreatitis (inflammation), pancreatic cancer, small bowel bleeding and other disorders.Dr. Gopal offers a variety of diagnostic and treatment options, including minimally invasive endoscopy. This involves inserting a flexible tube or scope into the esophagus to look for lesions or other problems.Dr. Gopal performs specialized endoscopic enteroscopy to examine the stomach and small intestine. He also provides colonoscopies and polyp removal. Through these and other procedures, Dr. Gopal diagnoses pancreatic, rectal and esophageal cancers.As vice chair for Quality and Patient Safety, Dr. Gopal enhances care throughout UW Health. He is also a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology where he also serves as endoscopy chief. Dr. Gopal has a research interest in advanced interventional endoscopy, innovative technologies and quality and safety in medicine.In his free time, he travels and enjoys family time, long walks and movies.I put patients and families first and listen to each patient’s goals and priorities. Seeing how I can impact someone’s life for a better outcome and quality is important to me.
Dr. Gopal is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Childhood Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Dr. Gopal is board certified in Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 44 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Gopal is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
750 University Row, Madison, WI 53705
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Gopal 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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Digestive Health Center Hepatology Clinic
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Digestive Health Center Hepatology Clinic
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Deepak V. Gopal
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Deepak V. Gopal?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Deepak V. Gopal by calling their office at 608-265-7200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Deepak V. Gopal a top-rated expert for Angiodysplasia of the Colon?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Deepak V. Gopal is classified as an Distinguished expert for Angiodysplasia of the Colon, 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. Deepak V. Gopal specialize in?
While Dr. Deepak V. Gopal is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Childhood Pancreatitis, and Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Deepak V. Gopal participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Deepak V. Gopal has published 44 articles and abstracts on conditions like Angiodysplasia of the Colon. You can view a list of Dr. Deepak V. Gopal's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Deepak V. Gopal accept my insurance?
Dr. Deepak V. Gopal accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-265-7200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Gopal isDistinguished. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Gopal isDistinguished. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Gopal isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Gopal isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- EndoscopyDr. Gopal isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Gopal isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Gopal isDistinguished. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Gopal isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Advanced
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CholangitisDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- GallstonesDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- IndigestionDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Stomach CancerDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Gopal isAdvanced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
- Experienced
- Accessory PancreasDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- CirrhosisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GastrostomyDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- GlucagonomaDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HepatitisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- InsulinomaDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- LithotripsyDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Lithotripsy.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Morning SicknessDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Pancreas DivisumDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Pancreas Divisum.
- PancreatectomyDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- ProctitisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Gopal isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.


