Michael L. Volk
Expertise in
20
conditions

Dr. Michael L. Volk

Gastroenterology | Hepatology
2401 S 31st St, 
Temple, TX 
Expertise in
20
conditions
2401 S 31st St, 
Temple, TX 

Overview

Dr. Volk joined BSWH in 2023 as Chair of Medicine.  He is nationally recognized as an expert in Cirrhosis and Liver Transplantation and has frequently been selected among the Best Doctors in Hepatology.  His research focuses on improving healthcare delivery, with extensive grant funding and >150 publications. Dr. Volk's areas of expertise include liver transplant evaluation, post-transplant management, cirrhosis, liver failure, ascites, hepatic encephalopathy, esophageal and gastric varices, portal hypertension, hepatocellular carcinoma, other benign, malignant, and undiagnosed liver Masses, viral hepatitis, fatty liver, alcohol-related liver disease, hemochromatosis, autoimmune hepatitis, primary biliary cholangitis, and Wilsons Disease. Connect with Dr. Volk: Michael Volk, MD, MSc, FAASLD | LinkedIn.

Dr. Volk is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Failure, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Volk is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine, Transplant Hepatology- American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 161 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Gastroenterology
Hepatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Board Certifications

Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine
Transplant Hepatology- American Board Of Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Michigan Hospitals - 2007

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
Baylor University Medical Center, Part Of Baylor Scott & White Health
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
FirstCare
  • HMO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
View 9 Less Insurance Carriers -

Locations

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Volk 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.

161 Total Publications

Palliative Care Intervention for Patients With End-Stage Liver Disease: A Cluster Randomized Clinical Trial.
Palliative Care Intervention for Patients With End-Stage Liver Disease: A Cluster Randomized Clinical Trial.
Journal: JAMA internal medicine
Published: April 13, 2026
Similar Doctors
Expertise in
11
conditions
Dr. Jennifer L. Vincent
Gastroenterology | Hepatology
Expertise in
11
conditions
Dr. Jennifer L. Vincent
Gastroenterology | Hepatology
Referral may be required

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple

2401 S 31st St, 
Temple, TX 
 (0.1 miles away)
254-724-2111
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Dr. Vincent has enjoyed being a part of the BSW Gastroenterology Division for the last 15 years. For the last 7 years, she has had the privilege of being the section chief for Hepatology. She enjoys helping patients address their health concerns and working with patients to improve their quality of life in the setting of chronic illness. Dr. Vincent's areas of expertise include general gastroenterology and liver disease. Dr. Vincent is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Vincent is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vincent is currently accepting new patients.

Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
Referral may be required

Office

797 Shoal Crk Blvd Ste 205, 
Austin, TX 
 (54.8 miles away)
512-454-8378
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances

Jennifer Wells is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Austin, Texas. Dr. Wells is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, and Hepatitis C.

Expertise in
46
conditions
Dr. Nadege N. Gunn
Gastroenterology
Expertise in
46
conditions
Dr. Nadege N. Gunn
Gastroenterology
Referral may be required

Office

6600 Fish Pond Rd Ste 103, 
Waco, TX 
 (33.4 miles away)
254-294-4780
Languages Spoken:
English, Mandarin
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients

Nadege Gunn is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Gunn is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gunn is currently accepting new patients.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael L. Volk

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael L. Volk?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael L. Volk by calling their office at 254-724-2111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael L. Volk a top-rated expert for Alcoholic Cirrhosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael L. Volk is classified as an Elite expert for Alcoholic Cirrhosis, 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. Michael L. Volk specialize in?

While Dr. Michael L. Volk is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Failure, and Liver Transplant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Michael L. Volk participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael L. Volk has published 161 articles and abstracts on conditions like Alcoholic Cirrhosis. You can view a list of Dr. Michael L. Volk's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael L. Volk accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael L. Volk accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-724-2111 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.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Volk's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
View All 14 Advanced Conditions
View All 34 Experienced Conditions
Want to save this doctor for later?
Sign Up
Is this your doctor?
Find A Second Opinion
Not sure about your diagnosis?
Check Your Symptoms
 
 
 
 
Learn about our expert tiers
Learn More
Are you the provider on this profile?
Claim Profile