Expertise in
19
conditions

Dr. Don Rockey

Gastroenterology
MUSC University Hospital
171 Ashley Ave, 
Charleston, SC 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
19
conditions
MUSC University Hospital
171 Ashley Ave, 
Charleston, SC 

Overview

Don Rockey is a Gastroenterologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Rockey is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Portal Hypertension, Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 364 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in SC

Hospital Affiliations

Musc Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Absolute Total Care South Carolina
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
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Locations

MUSC University Hospital
171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425
Other Locations
Office
96 Jonathan Lucas St Rm HE904M, Charleston, SC 29425

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.

7 Clinical Trials

A Seamless, Adaptive, Phase 2b/3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Multicenter, International Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Belapectin (GR MD-02) for the Prevention of Esophageal Varices in NASH Cirrhosis
A Seamless, Adaptive, Phase 2b/3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Multicenter, International Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Belapectin (GR MD-02) for the Prevention of Esophageal Varices in NASH Cirrhosis
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: December 15, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Belapectin
Study Phase: Phase 2/Phase 3
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Compensated Cirrhosis Due to Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Compensated Cirrhosis Due to Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 23, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Obeticholic acid
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Pilot Study to Assess the Safety and Efficacy of Ifetroban for the Treatment of Portal Hypertension in Cirrhotic Patients
A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Pilot Study to Assess the Safety and Efficacy of Ifetroban for the Treatment of Portal Hypertension in Cirrhotic Patients
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 19, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 2 Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Dose-finding Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of Volixibat Potassium, an Apical Sodium-Dependent Bile Acid Transporter Inhibitor (ASBTi) in Adults With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
A Phase 2 Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Dose-finding Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of Volixibat Potassium, an Apical Sodium-Dependent Bile Acid Transporter Inhibitor (ASBTi) in Adults With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: November 25, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Double-blinded Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Cobiprostone in Patients With Portal Hypertension
A Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Double-blinded Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Cobiprostone in Patients With Portal Hypertension
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: November 18, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Emricasan, an Oral Caspase Inhibitor, in Subjects With Decompensated Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) Cirrhosis
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Emricasan, an Oral Caspase Inhibitor, in Subjects With Decompensated Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) Cirrhosis
Enrollment Status: Unknown
Publish Date: March 19, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Emricasan
Study Phase: Phase 2
Capsule Endoscopy Versus Conservative Therapy for Obscure Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Capsule Endoscopy Versus Conservative Therapy for Obscure Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Enrollment Status: Withdrawn
Publish Date: June 14, 2018
Intervention Type: Dietary supplement, Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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364 Total Publications

Multi-Society Expert Panel Consensus Guidance Regarding Clinical Assessment and Clinical Trial Endpoints in Adults With α-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency-Associated Liver Disease.
Multi-Society Expert Panel Consensus Guidance Regarding Clinical Assessment and Clinical Trial Endpoints in Adults With α-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency-Associated Liver Disease.
Journal: Gastroenterology
Published: October 08, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Don Rockey

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Don Rockey by calling their office at 843-792-1414. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Don Rockey a top-rated expert for Gastrointestinal Bleeding?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Don Rockey is classified as an Elite expert for Gastrointestinal Bleeding, 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. Don Rockey specialize in?

While Dr. Don Rockey is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Portal Hypertension, and Cirrhosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Don Rockey participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Don Rockey has published 364 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. You can view a list of Dr. Don Rockey's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Don Rockey accept my insurance?

Dr. Don Rockey accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-1414 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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