Overview
Dr. Kurlander completed his medical school, internal medicine training, and gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Michigan. He has also pursued advanced training in clinical and health services research. In addition to his work at the University, he has the privilege of serving our nation’s veterans through a joint appointment at the Ann Arbor VA Health System. His clinical interests include general gastroenterology and the treatment of esophageal diseases, including esophageal motility disorders, reflux disease, Barrett’s esophagus, and eosinophilic esophagitis. Dr. Kurlander’s research aims to improve the effectiveness of healthcare delivery across an array of common GI conditions. His work has focused on ways to improve colonoscopy bowel preparation, endoscopy unit efficiency, and the prevention of gastrointestinal bleeding in patients on blood thinners using acid-reducing medications.
Dr. Kurlander is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 59 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 2, Level 1, Brighton, MI 48116
1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 2, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
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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Taubman Center
Dr. Chey received his BA degree from the University of Pennsylvania and medical degree & training in internal medicine at the Emory University School of Medicine. He went on to complete a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Michigan. Since completing this fellowship, Dr. Chey has remained at the University of Michigan, where he is H. Marvin Pollard Professor of Gastroenterology, Professor of Nutrition Sciences, and Chief, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Dr. Chey runs a very active clinical research group which has received funding from federal and private sources. Dr. Chey has authored more than 400 manuscripts, reviews and book chapters yielding an H-index of 50. He is former Co-editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Gastroenterology (2010-2016) and serves on the editorial boards of several other journals. He serves as a member of the Board of Trustees and in 2026, will become President of the American College of Gastroenterology. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Rome Foundation and IFFGD. He has participated in and directed numerous national and international continuing medical education programs in gastroenterology, and has been elected to the roster of Best Doctors since 2001 and America's™ Top Doctors since 2009. Dr. Chey has received numerous awards including the Berk-Fise Award for outstanding clinical service from the ACG, the Distinguished Clinician Award from the AGA, Dean’s Outstanding Clinician Award, Dean’s Award for Innovation and Commercialization, and the Healio Disruptive Innovator Award. Dr. Chey is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diarrhea, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
East Ann Arbor Ambulatory Surgery & Medical Procedures Center
Dr. Fontana is a Professor of Medicine and Director of the Transplant Hepatology Fellowship Program. He is recognized as a national and international expert in managing patients with cirrhosis, portal hypertension and nearly all forms of acute and chronic liver disease. He has particular research interest in patients with drug induced liver injury, viral hepatitis, and genetic liver disease. Dr. Fontana is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.
Taubman Center
Anna Lok is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Hepatologist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Lok is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Liver Transplant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander by calling their office at 734-936-9250. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander a top-rated expert for Gastrointestinal Bleeding?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gastrointestinal Bleeding, 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. Jacob E. Kurlander specialize in?
While Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colonoscopy, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander has published 59 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. You can view a list of Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander accept my insurance?
Dr. Jacob E. Kurlander accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-936-9250 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Kurlander isDistinguished. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
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- ColonoscopyDr. Kurlander isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Kurlander isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Kurlander isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Kurlander isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Kurlander isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Kurlander isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DiarrheaDr. Kurlander isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.