Overview

Marvin Ament is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Pediatrics provider in Bakersfield, California. His top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, Delayed Growth, and Fecal Impaction.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Residency

University of Washington School of Medicine

Specialties

Gastroenterology
Pediatric Gastroenterology
Pediatrics

Licenses

Pediatric Gastroenterology in CA

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine (Sub: Gastroenterology)
Pediatrics
Pediatrics (Sub: Pediatric Cardiology)
Pediatrics (Sub: Pediatric Gastroenterology)

Fellowships

University of Washington Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Specialty Medical Group Central California Inc
1215 34th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Ament 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. Marvin E. Ament

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Marvin E. Ament?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Marvin E. Ament by calling their office at 559-353-8800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Marvin E. Ament a top-rated expert for Celiac Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Marvin E. Ament is classified as an Experienced expert for Celiac 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. Marvin E. Ament specialize in?

While Dr. Marvin E. Ament is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Celiac Disease, Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, and Delayed Growth. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Marvin E. Ament participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Marvin E. Ament has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Celiac Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Marvin E. Ament's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Marvin E. Ament accept my insurance?

Dr. Marvin E. Ament accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 559-353-8800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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