Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Herbert L. Bonkovsky

Gastroenterology
Office
1 S Hawthorne Rd, 
Winston Salem, NC 
Clinical Trials:Currently Recruiting for 1 Trial
Accepting New Patients
55 Years of Experience
Expertise in
10
conditions
Office
1 S Hawthorne Rd, 
Winston Salem, NC 

Overview

Herbert Bonkovsky is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Winston Salem, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 55 years.

Dr. Bonkovsky is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Porphyria, Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), Hepatitis, Bile Duct Cysts, and Liver Transplant.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 142 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials. Dr. Bonkovsky is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CT

Hospital Affiliations

North Carolina Baptist Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
German

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
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  • POS
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Oscar
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  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Office
1 S Hawthorne Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27157

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Bonkovsky 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.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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

Longitudinal Study of the Porphyrias
Longitudinal Study of the Porphyrias
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: May 15, 2026
Effect of Oral Cimetidine in the Protoporphyrias
Effect of Oral Cimetidine in the Protoporphyrias
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 04, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Cimetidine
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase II, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study to Evaluate Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of MT-7117 in Subjects With Erythropoietic Protoporphyria
A Phase II, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study to Evaluate Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of MT-7117 in Subjects With Erythropoietic Protoporphyria
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 31, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
Newer Direct-Acting Anti-Viral Agents as Sole Therapy of Porphyria Cutanea Tarda in Subjects With Chronic Hepatitis C
Newer Direct-Acting Anti-Viral Agents as Sole Therapy of Porphyria Cutanea Tarda in Subjects With Chronic Hepatitis C
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 03, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Harvoni
Study Phase: Phase 2
Clinical Diagnosis of Acute Porphyria
Clinical Diagnosis of Acute Porphyria
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 28, 2021
Effect of Oral Iron Therapy on Erythrocyte Protoporphyrin Levels in the Erythropoietic Protoporphyrias
Effect of Oral Iron Therapy on Erythrocyte Protoporphyrin Levels in the Erythropoietic Protoporphyrias
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 11, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Erythropoietic Protoporphyrias: Studies of the Natural History, Genotype-Phenotype Correlations, and Psychosocial Impact
Erythropoietic Protoporphyrias: Studies of the Natural History, Genotype-Phenotype Correlations, and Psychosocial Impact
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: April 17, 2020
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142 Total Publications

Limited benefit of liver transplantation in a boy with biallelic severe deficiency of hydroxymethylbilane synthase and review of prior reported cases.
Limited benefit of liver transplantation in a boy with biallelic severe deficiency of hydroxymethylbilane synthase and review of prior reported cases.
Journal: Molecular genetics and metabolism reports
Published: April 04, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Herbert L. Bonkovsky

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Is Dr. Herbert L. Bonkovsky a top-rated expert for Porphyria?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Herbert L. Bonkovsky is classified as an Elite expert for Porphyria, 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. Herbert L. Bonkovsky specialize in?

While Dr. Herbert L. Bonkovsky is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Porphyria, Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), and Hepatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Herbert L. Bonkovsky participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Herbert L. Bonkovsky has published 142 articles and abstracts on conditions like Porphyria. You can view a list of Dr. Herbert L. Bonkovsky's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Herbert L. Bonkovsky accept my insurance?

Dr. Herbert L. Bonkovsky accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AmeriHealth. We recommend calling the office directly at 336-716-3182 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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