Overview
Joel Rubenstein, M.D., M.Sc. is Director of the Barrett's Esophagus Program and Professor in the Division of Gastroenterology at the University of Michigan. He is also a Research Scientist at the Veterans Affairs Center of Excellence for Clinical Management Research.Dr. Rubenstein earned a Bachelors of Science from the University of Michigan, majoring in biophysics. He then earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis. After completing his residency training in internal medicine at the University of Chicago, Dr. Rubenstein returned to the University of Michigan, where he completed fellowship training in gastroenterology, earned a Masters of Science in Clinical Research Design and Statistical Analysis, and then joined the faculty of the Division of Gastroenterology in 2004.Dr. Rubenstein is a recognized expert in the diagnosis and management of Barrett's esophagus, a precancerous lesion associated with esophageal cancer. His research aims to develop efficient management strategies for identifying Barrett's esophagus and preventing death from esophageal cancer. Dr. Rubenstein's research has been supported by the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, the Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation, and other sources. In addition to Barrett's esophagus, Dr. Rubenstein has clinical expertise in other esophageal disoders, including achalasia and eosinophilic esophagitis.Dr. Rubenstein is the former Chair of the Clinical Practice Section of the American Gastroenterology Association, and current Associated Editor of the American Journal of Gastroenterology.
Dr. Rubenstein is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophageal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Dr. Rubenstein is board certified in Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 144 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception D, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 2, Level 1, Brighton, MI 48116
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Dr. Rubenstein 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.
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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 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diarrhea, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Chey is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.
Taubman Center
Anna Lok is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Lok is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Liver Transplant.
Rogel Cancer Center
I am a transplant hepatologist and clinical researcher committed to the care of patients with liver cancer and advanced liver disease. I serve as the Medical Director of the Multidisciplinary Liver Tumor Clinic and Medical Director of the Living Donor Liver Transplantation Program. I believe that patients should have an active voice in their care and I work jointly with patients to ensure that their needs are met. Dr. Parikh is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Cirrhosis, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Parikh is board certified in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein by calling their office at 888-229-7408. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein a top-rated expert for Barrett Esophagus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein is classified as an Elite expert for Barrett Esophagus, 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. Joel H. Rubenstein specialize in?
While Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Esophageal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein has published 124 articles and abstracts on conditions like Barrett Esophagus. You can view a list of Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Joel H. Rubenstein accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-229-7408 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Barrett EsophagusDr. Rubenstein isElite. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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- AchalasiaDr. Rubenstein isDistinguished. Learn about Achalasia.
- EndoscopyDr. Rubenstein isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Rubenstein isDistinguished. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Rubenstein isDistinguished. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- EsophagitisDr. Rubenstein isDistinguished. Learn about Esophagitis.
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- ColonoscopyDr. Rubenstein isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Rubenstein isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- HeartburnDr. Rubenstein isAdvanced. Learn about Heartburn.
- ObesityDr. Rubenstein isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Rubenstein isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Rubenstein isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.