Overview
Kishore Kumar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3 West Olive Street, Scranton, PA 18508
1201 Oak Street, Pittston, PA 18640
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kumar 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.
Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology
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Geisinger Scranton - Gastroenterology
Dr. Amit Sohagia is a gastroenterologist with more than 12 years of experience treating gastrointestinal disorders. His clinical interests include diagnostic and screening endoscopic procedures, including routine EGD, colonoscopy, small bowel enteroscopy, and Pillcam (capsule endoscopy) for small bowel disorders; advanced endoscopic procedures, including ERCP and EUS; and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures, including TIF, RFA, EMR, PEG, PEG-J and endoluminal stenting. Dr. Sohagia has a special interest in GERD, complex IBS, IBD, pancreatic disorders and biliary disorders.|He earned his medical degree from B.J. Medical College in India. Dr. Sohagia is board certified in gastroenterology. Dr. Sohagia is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Sohagia is currently accepting new patients.
Geisinger Medical Center - GI Nutrition
Dr. Still is a board-certified and fellowship-trained specialist in nutrition and weight management. His clinical and research interests include malnutrition and comprehensive weight management. Dr. Still obtained his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency and a fellowship in clinical nutrition at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Still is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.|Are weight loss medications right for you? Learn more from Dr. Still. Dr. Still is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Malnutrition, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Gastric Bypass, and Vagotomy. Dr. Still is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kishore Kumar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kishore Kumar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kishore Kumar by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kishore Kumar a top-rated expert for Childhood Pancreatitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kishore Kumar is classified as an Experienced expert for Childhood Pancreatitis, 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. Kishore Kumar specialize in?
While Dr. Kishore Kumar is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, and Bile Duct Stricture. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Kishore Kumar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kishore Kumar has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Childhood Pancreatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Kishore Kumar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kishore Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kishore Kumar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
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- AnemiaDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.