Overview
Derek Thigpin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Grand Blanc, Michigan.
Dr. Thigpin is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hemorrhoids, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Thigpin is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
600 Health Park Blvd Ste D, Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Thigpin 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Derek W. Thigpin
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Derek W. Thigpin?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Derek W. Thigpin by calling their office at 810-603-8400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Derek W. Thigpin a top-rated expert for Hiatal Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derek W. Thigpin is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hiatal Hernia, 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. Derek W. Thigpin specialize in?
While Dr. Derek W. Thigpin is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Hemorrhoids. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Derek W. Thigpin participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Derek W. Thigpin has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hiatal Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Derek W. Thigpin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Derek W. Thigpin accept my insurance?
Dr. Derek W. Thigpin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 810-603-8400 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
- Distinguished
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Thigpin isDistinguished. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AnemiaDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Morning SicknessDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- ProctitisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Thigpin isAdvanced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Anal FissureDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CirrhosisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Dubin-Johnson SyndromeDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Dubin-Johnson Syndrome.
- EncopresisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- GastrectomyDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastroparesisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HepatitisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- IndigestionDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Liver FailureDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Portal HypertensionDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Rotor SyndromeDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Rotor Syndrome.
- Spontaneous Bacterial PeritonitisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis.
- TenesmusDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Thigpin isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.

