Overview
Folkert Zijlstra is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Dr. Zijlstra is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
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- PPO
Locations
7900 W Jefferson Blvd Ste 201, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
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. Folkert Zijlstra
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Folkert Zijlstra?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Folkert Zijlstra by calling their office at 260-969-7100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Folkert Zijlstra a top-rated expert for Esophagitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Folkert Zijlstra is classified as an Advanced expert for Esophagitis, 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. Folkert Zijlstra specialize in?
While Dr. Folkert Zijlstra is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Esophagitis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, and Lower Esophageal Ring. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Folkert Zijlstra participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Folkert Zijlstra has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Esophagitis. You can view a list of Dr. Folkert Zijlstra's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Folkert Zijlstra accept my insurance?
Dr. Folkert Zijlstra accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 260-969-7100 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
- Advanced
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Zijlstra isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Zijlstra isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- ColonoscopyDr. Zijlstra isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- EndoscopyDr. Zijlstra isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Zijlstra isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Zijlstra isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Zijlstra isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Zijlstra isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Zijlstra isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Zijlstra isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Zijlstra isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Zijlstra isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.