Overview
"Dr. Melvin Simien is a dual board-certified gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician as well as an advanced therapeutic endoscopist who believes in utilizing his unique skillset to optimize his patient’s health and well-being. After graduating from LSU Medical School in Louisiana, Dr. Simien completed his internal medicine residency at Methodist Hospital in Dallas, TX. He then completed his GI fellowship at UTMB in Galveston, TX and continued on for a sub-fellowship in advanced therapeutic endoscopy under the mentorship of world-renowned experts at GI Associates in Milwaukee, WI. His interests include Barrett’s esophagus, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), hepatobiliary disorders of the bile duct and liver, pancreatic diseases such as pancreatic cysts, pancreatitis, pseudocyst management, pancreatic necrosis management, gallstone and pancreatic stone diseases and advanced tissue resection for large tumors/polyps of the GI tract to name a few. He has extensive training in interventional endoscopy, including endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR), endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) for Zenker's, achalasia and gastroparesis, endoscopic surgery, luminal stenting for strictures, bariatric endoscopy, and endoscopic treatment of early esophageal, gastric and colon cancer. Dr. Simien was recognized by Texas Monthly as a ""Top Doctor in Texas Rising Star"" for 2023.".
His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Dr. Simien is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med, and Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Simien is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1250 8th Ave, Ste 650, Fort Worth, TX 76104
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Dr. Simien 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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melvin P. Simien
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melvin P. Simien?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melvin P. Simien by calling their office at 817-912-9180. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melvin P. Simien a top-rated expert for Achalasia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melvin P. Simien is classified as an Experienced expert for Achalasia, 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 P. Simien specialize in?
While Dr. Melvin P. Simien is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Painful Swallowing. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Melvin P. Simien participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melvin P. Simien has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Achalasia. You can view a list of Dr. Melvin P. Simien's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melvin P. Simien accept my insurance?
Dr. Melvin P. Simien accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-912-9180 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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- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholestasisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DiarrheaDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EndoscopyDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- EsophagitisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GastroparesisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- InsulinomaDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Painful SwallowingDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- PancreatectomyDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Stomach CancerDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Simien isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.