Elaine Y. Shao
1124 Columbia Street, Suite 600, 
Seattle, WA 

Overview

As a transplant hepatologist, Dr. Shao specializes in the care of patients with liver diseases, cirrhosis, and liver transplants. She is also a gastroenterologist and performs upper endoscopies and colonoscopies. Her goal is to provide thorough, empathetic, and patient-centered care for all of her patients. It is important for her to develop trusting relationships with her patients in order to make individualized treatment plans targeted to each patient's unique goals. She believes in educating her patients so that they understand their diagnoses and are empowered to make important decisions about their health.

Her top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Portal Hypertension.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University , 2016, 2016

Residency

Barnes,Jewish Hospital/Washington University , 2019

Specialties

Transplant Surgery
Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in WA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Ohio State University , 2023

Hospital Affiliations

Swedish Edmonds Hospital
Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Swedish Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

1124 Columbia Street, Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98104

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Shao 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.

Hepatitis
Esophageal Varices
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Hemochromatosis
Jaundice
Liver Cancer
Hepatitis B
Liver Transplant
Ascites
Hepatitis C
Portal Hypertension
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Cirrhosis
Endoscopy
Colonoscopy
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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. Elaine Y. Shao

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Is Dr. Elaine Y. Shao a top-rated expert for Alcoholic Cirrhosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Elaine Y. Shao is classified as an Experienced expert for Alcoholic Cirrhosis, 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. Elaine Y. Shao specialize in?

While Dr. Elaine Y. Shao is a Transplant Surgery, they have specific expertise in Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Transplant Surgery.

Does Dr. Elaine Y. Shao participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Elaine Y. Shao has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Alcoholic Cirrhosis. You can view a list of Dr. Elaine Y. Shao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Elaine Y. Shao accept my insurance?

Dr. Elaine Y. Shao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-386-3660 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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