Hugo E. Vargas
Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Hugo E. Vargas

Gastroenterology
AZ - Transplant GI
5777 E Mayo Blvd, 
Phoenix, AZ 
Offers Telehealth
31 Years of Experience
Expertise in
15
conditions
AZ - Transplant GI
5777 E Mayo Blvd, 
Phoenix, AZ 

Overview

Hugo Vargas is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years.

Dr. Vargas is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatorenal Syndrome, Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Colonoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 111 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in AZ

Hospital Affiliations

Mayo Clinic Hospital
Yavapai Regional Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

AZ - Transplant GI
5777 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85054

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Vargas 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.

4 Clinical Trials

A Placebo-Controlled, Multi-dose, Phase 2 Study to Determine the Safety, Tolerability and Pharmacodynamic Effect of Fazirsiran (TAK-999, ARO-AAT) in Patients With Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) [SEQUOIA]
A Placebo-Controlled, Multi-dose, Phase 2 Study to Determine the Safety, Tolerability and Pharmacodynamic Effect of Fazirsiran (TAK-999, ARO-AAT) in Patients With Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) [SEQUOIA]
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: November 04, 2025
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Drug: ARO-AAT
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double Blinded, Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial of Anakinra (Plus Zinc) or Prednisone in Patients With Severe Alcoholic Hepatitis by the AlcHepNet Consortium
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double Blinded, Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial of Anakinra (Plus Zinc) or Prednisone in Patients With Severe Alcoholic Hepatitis by the AlcHepNet Consortium
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 10, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Anakinra and Zinc, Prednisone
Study Phase: Phase 2
Sorafenib in Patients With Hepatopulmonary Syndrome: A Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial
Sorafenib in Patients With Hepatopulmonary Syndrome: A Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: April 25, 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
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111 Total Publications

Aspirin Use and Liver-Related Outcomes in Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Aspirin Use and Liver-Related Outcomes in Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Journal: Biomedicines
Published: April 13, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Hugo E. Vargas

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Hugo E. Vargas?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Hugo E. Vargas by calling their office at 480-757-8815. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Hugo E. Vargas a top-rated expert for Hepatorenal Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Hugo E. Vargas is classified as an Elite expert for Hepatorenal Syndrome, 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. Hugo E. Vargas specialize in?

While Dr. Hugo E. Vargas is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hepatorenal Syndrome, Liver Failure, and Hepatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Hugo E. Vargas participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Hugo E. Vargas has published 111 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hepatorenal Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Hugo E. Vargas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Hugo E. Vargas accept my insurance?

Dr. Hugo E. Vargas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 480-757-8815 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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