Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. Melvin B. Heyman

Pediatric Gastroenterology
Office
5565 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 140, 
Pleasanton, CA 
Expertise in
9
conditions
Office
5565 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 140, 
Pleasanton, CA 

Overview

Melvin Heyman is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Pleasanton, California.

Dr. Heyman is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 135 peer reviewed articles and participating in 9 clinical trials.

Specialties

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Office
5565 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 140, Pleasanton, CA 94588

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.

8 Clinical Trials

A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel-Arm, Placebo-Controlled Maintenance Study of Mirikizumab in Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis (LUCENT 2)
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel-Arm, Placebo-Controlled Maintenance Study of Mirikizumab in Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis (LUCENT 2)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: May 13, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Mirikizumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Open-Label Extension Study to Evaluate the Long Term Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis LUCENT 3
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Open-Label Extension Study to Evaluate the Long Term Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis LUCENT 3
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: April 20, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Mirikizumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel, Placebo-Controlled Induction Study of Mirikizumab in Conventional-Failed and Biologic-Failed Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis (LUCENT 1)
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel, Placebo-Controlled Induction Study of Mirikizumab in Conventional-Failed and Biologic-Failed Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis (LUCENT 1)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: May 31, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Mirikizumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo- and Active- Controlled, Treat-Through Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Crohn's Disease
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo- and Active- Controlled, Treat-Through Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Crohn's Disease
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 27, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Mirikizumab, Ustekinumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3 Long-term Safety Extension Study of SHP647 in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease (AIDA)
A Phase 3 Long-term Safety Extension Study of SHP647 in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease (AIDA)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 21, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Ontamalimab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Multicenter, Open-Label PK Study of Mirikizumab in Pediatric Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis
A Multicenter, Open-Label PK Study of Mirikizumab in Pediatric Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 26, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Mirikizumab
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Maintenance Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis (FIGARO UC 303)
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Maintenance Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis (FIGARO UC 303)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 14, 2022
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Induction Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis (FIGARO UC 302)
A Phase 3 Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Efficacy and Safety Study of SHP647 as Induction Therapy in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis (FIGARO UC 302)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: April 26, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
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135 Total Publications

Parents with physical disabilities and their parenting experiences: a scoping review of qualitative studies.
Parents with physical disabilities and their parenting experiences: a scoping review of qualitative studies.
Journal: Disability and rehabilitation
Published: August 25, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melvin B. Heyman

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melvin B. Heyman?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Melvin B. Heyman by calling their office at 925-598-3500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Melvin B. Heyman a top-rated expert for Childhood Pancreatitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melvin B. Heyman is classified as an Elite 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. Melvin B. Heyman specialize in?

While Dr. Melvin B. Heyman is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, and Viral Gastroenteritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Melvin B. Heyman participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Melvin B. Heyman has published 135 articles and abstracts on conditions like Childhood Pancreatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Melvin B. Heyman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Melvin B. Heyman accept my insurance?

Dr. Melvin B. Heyman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 925-598-3500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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