Overview
Kinesh A. Changela, MD, is an independent gastroenterologist at Ascension St. Vincent’s in Jacksonville, Florida. He diagnoses and treats gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and disorders in adults. Dr. Changela has clinical interest in caring for adults with celiac disease, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, GI motility disorders, liver disease, cystic fibrosis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and pancreatitis.
Dr. Changela is highly rated in 60 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Dr. Changela is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 32 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Changela is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
4800 Belfort Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Changela 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. Kinesh A. Changela
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kinesh A. Changela?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kinesh A. Changela by calling their office at 904-398-7205. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kinesh A. Changela a top-rated expert for Endoscopy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kinesh A. Changela is classified as an Distinguished 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. Kinesh A. Changela specialize in?
While Dr. Kinesh A. Changela is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Endoscopy, Gastritis, and Angiodysplasia of the Colon. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Kinesh A. Changela participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kinesh A. Changela has published 32 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endoscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Kinesh A. Changela's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kinesh A. Changela accept my insurance?
Dr. Kinesh A. Changela accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 904-398-7205 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Cholestasis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- EndoscopyDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastritisDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- JaundiceDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Jaundice.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Changela isDistinguished. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Acid MalabsorptionDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Acid Malabsorption.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DiarrheaDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- GastrectomyDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastroparesisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Morning SicknessDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- ProctitisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Stomach CancerDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Changela isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
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- Accessory PancreasDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AscitesDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Berdon SyndromeDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Berdon Syndrome.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- CholangitisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- EmphysemaDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GastrostomyDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- GlucagonomaDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HepatitisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- InsulinomaDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Liver CancerDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.
- Pancreas DivisumDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Pancreas Divisum.
- PancreatectomyDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic Ductal AdenocarcinomaDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- TenesmusDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)Dr. Changela isExperienced. Learn about Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).