
Overview
Kevin C. Westra, DO, specializes in gastroenterology. He is affiliated with UPMC Community Osteopathic, UPMC West Shore and UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg. Dr. Westra completed his medical degree at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Westra is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Westra is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
4760 Union Deposit Road, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Westra 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.
Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
Vikesh Singh is a gastroenterologist who specializes in pancreatology and pancreaticobiliary endoscopy. He evaluates and treats patients with inflammatory diseases of the pancreas, including acute and chronic pancreatitis and autoimmune pancreatitis as well as the complications of these diseases. After earning his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Dr. Singh remained at Johns Hopkins to complete residency training in internal medicine. He pursued fellowship training in gastroenterology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and earned a master’s degree in epidemiology from the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health. He then returned to Johns Hopkins, where he completed a two-year advanced endoscopy fellowship with a focus on pancreaticobiliary endoscopy. Dr. Singh has been on the faculty at Johns Hopkins since 2008, and rose to the rank of professor in 2021. His research interests include acute and chronic pancreatitis, autoimmune pancreatitis, exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, and novel methods to evaluate and treat abdominal pain. Dr. Singh is a member of the board of directors of the National Pancreas Foundation, chair of the Pancreatic Disorders Section of the American Gastroenterological Association, a councilor for the International Association of Pancreatology and a member of the inaugural medical advisory board for the Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome Foundation. Dr. Singh is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Pancreatectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Singh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.
The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Jonathan Stine is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Stine is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.
The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
John Levenick is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Levenick is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Polyps, Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kevin C. Westra
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kevin C. Westra?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kevin C. Westra by calling their office at 717-974-2683. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kevin C. Westra a top-rated expert for Endoscopy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kevin C. Westra is classified as an Advanced expert for Endoscopy, 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. Kevin C. Westra specialize in?
While Dr. Kevin C. Westra is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Endoscopy, Painful Swallowing, and Swallowing Difficulty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Kevin C. Westra participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kevin C. Westra has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endoscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Kevin C. Westra's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kevin C. Westra accept my insurance?
Dr. Kevin C. Westra accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 717-974-2683 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- EsophagitisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HepatitisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MalnutritionDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Morning SicknessDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Painful SwallowingDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Westra isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
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- AchalasiaDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Caroli DiseaseDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Caroli Disease.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholangitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholestasisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)Dr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC).
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- EncopresisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastrostomyDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hepatic Cystic HamartomaDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma.
- Hepatitis CDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- IndigestionDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- JaundiceDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Liver FailureDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- ProctitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Protein DeficiencyDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Protein Deficiency.
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- TenesmusDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)Dr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Westra isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
