Overview
Dr. Manar Shmais is a gastroenterologist who specializes in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) - which includes both ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease - affecting adult patients ages 18 and older. In addition to IBD, she also treats general gastrointestinal illnesses, as well as microscopic colitis. Dr. Shmais provides compassionate medical care, treating each patient as a whole and not solely focusing on his or her GI disease. Her mission is to help her IBD patients achieve remission and to prioritize quality of life as part of their care. Dr. Shmais is an assistant professor with the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology in the Department of Internal Medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association; American College of Gastroenterology; and the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. She is also an external collaborator in research with the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.
Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, and Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, St. Louis, MO 63104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shmais 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. Manar Shmais
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Manar Shmais?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Manar Shmais by calling their office at 314-257-3760. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Manar Shmais a top-rated expert for Crohn's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Manar Shmais is classified as an Experienced expert for Crohn's Disease, 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. Manar Shmais specialize in?
While Dr. Manar Shmais is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Ulcerative Colitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Manar Shmais participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Manar Shmais has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Crohn's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Manar Shmais's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Manar Shmais accept my insurance?
Dr. Manar Shmais accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-257-3760 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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- ColitisDr. Shmais isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Shmais isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Shmais isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Shmais isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Shmais isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Shmais isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.