Mahendran Jayaraj
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions

Overview

Dr. Jayaraj is a fellowship-trained and board-certified gastroenterologist with the Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with diseases affecting the esophagus, stomach, intestines, and other digestive organs.Digestive HealthFrom the esophagus to the rectum, the digestive tract is extensive and requires an experienced gastroenterologist like Dr. Jayaraj to provide diagnosis and treatment based on diverse symptoms, advanced testing and minimally invasive surgery.There are many procedures available to detect abnormalities, a few of which a gastroenterologist can perform include:Colonoscopy (screening, diagnostic, polyp removal, and treatment modalities to control bleeding)Upper endoscopy (EGD with diagnostic biopsy, banding treatment modalities to control bleeding, dilation and stenting for strictures)Push enteroscopySigmoidoscopy Percutaneous endoscopic feeding tube insertions, exchange, and removalDr. Jayaraj’s TrainingAfter earning his medical degree at Stanley Medical College in India, he completed an internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) School of Medicine on the Las Vegas campus and fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Medicine.About Dr. JayarajDr. Jayaraj spent several years working as an assistant professor of internal medicine at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine on the Las Vegas campus, the University of Arizona Medical School in Tucson followed by UNLV school of medicine where he trained internal medicine residents and fellows in gastroenterology. Active in his profession, Dr. Jayaraj has authored multiple publications including original manuscript articles/abstracts, book chapter, editorials, and review articles in peer-reviewed journals. He serves as a manuscript reviewer for 10 medical journals and is an editorial board member for another. He also has several professional memberships, including the American College of Physicians, American College of Gastroenterology, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American Gastroenterological Association, and American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases.

Dr. Jayaraj is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Jayaraj is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine And Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 38 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

Stanley Medical College

Residency

University of Nevada School of Medicine

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in FL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine And Gastroenterology

Hospital Affiliations

Orlando Health
Orlando Health St Cloud Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Tamil
Telugu

Gender

Male

Insurance

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AvMed
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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BMC HealthNet
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Cigna
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Commonwealth Care Alliance
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Health First
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Health Options
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Highmark
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Humana
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Locations

Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center
52 W. Underwood St., Orlando, FL 32806

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Jayaraj 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.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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. Mahendran Jayaraj

Is Dr. Mahendran Jayaraj a top-rated expert for Endoscopy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mahendran Jayaraj 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. Mahendran Jayaraj specialize in?

While Dr. Mahendran Jayaraj is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Endoscopy, Cholecystitis, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Mahendran Jayaraj participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Mahendran Jayaraj has published 38 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endoscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Mahendran Jayaraj's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Mahendran Jayaraj accept my insurance?

Dr. Mahendran Jayaraj accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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