Dr. Ira A. Tabas
Overview
Dr. Tabas received his medical degree and his doctorate in biochemistry from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. He then completed an internship and residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in endocrinology and metabolism at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City. During that period, Dr. Tabas also conducted a postdoctoral fellowship in the laboratory of Dr. Alan Tall in the Department of Medicine at Columbia University. He joined the Columbia faculty in 1985 and is currently the Richard J. Stock Professor and Vice-Chair of Research in the Department of Medicine and Professor of Pathology and Cell Biology (in Physiology and Cellular Biophysics).Dr. Tabas' honor include the American Heart Association Established Investigator Award, the Columbia University Doctor Harold and Golden Lamport Research Award, the American Heart Association/ATVB Council Special Recognition Award, the Richard J. Stock Professorship in the Department of Medicine of Columbia University, and the 2011 Alumni Achievement Award from Washington University School of Medicine. He was elected to both the Society for Clinical Investigation and the Association of American Physicians.
Dr. Tabas is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Obesity, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
Dr. Tabas is board certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 142 peer reviewed articles.
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622 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Tabas 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.
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. Ira A. Tabas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ira A. Tabas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ira A. Tabas by calling their office at 212-305-9430. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ira A. Tabas a top-rated expert for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ira A. Tabas is classified as an Distinguished expert for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), 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. Ira A. Tabas specialize in?
While Dr. Ira A. Tabas is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Obesity. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Ira A. Tabas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ira A. Tabas has published 142 articles and abstracts on conditions like Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). You can view a list of Dr. Ira A. Tabas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ira A. Tabas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ira A. Tabas accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-9430 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Tabas isDistinguished. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
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- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Experienced
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Tabas isExperienced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- ObesityDr. Tabas isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Tabas isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).