Expertise in
45
conditions

Dr. Muhammad Sheikh

Gastroenterology
DRY Creek Medical Group
7055 N Maple Ave Ste 106, 
Fresno, CA 
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44 Years of Experience
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Expertise in
45
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DRY Creek Medical Group
7055 N Maple Ave Ste 106, 
Fresno, CA 

Overview

Muhammad Sheikh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fresno, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years.

Dr. Sheikh is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials.

Graduate Year

1982

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Community Regional Medical Center
Clovis Community Medical Center
Kaweah Health Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

DRY Creek Medical Group
7055 N Maple Ave Ste 106, Fresno, CA 93720
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Office
7102 N Fresno St Ste 108, Fresno, CA 93720

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Sheikh 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.

4 Clinical Trials

A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase 2 Study Comparing the Efficacy and Safety of Tirzepatide Versus Placebo in Patients With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase 2 Study Comparing the Efficacy and Safety of Tirzepatide Versus Placebo in Patients With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 24, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Tirzepatide
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Long-Term, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Long-Term, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: October 01, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Obeticholic Acid
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 2 Dose Ranging, Randomized, Double Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy of EDP-305 in Subjects With Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
A Phase 2 Dose Ranging, Randomized, Double Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy of EDP-305 in Subjects With Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 16, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 2 Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Dose-finding Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of Volixibat Potassium, an Apical Sodium-Dependent Bile Acid Transporter Inhibitor (ASBTi) in Adults With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
A Phase 2 Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Dose-finding Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of Volixibat Potassium, an Apical Sodium-Dependent Bile Acid Transporter Inhibitor (ASBTi) in Adults With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: November 25, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
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24 Total Publications

Clinical Trial: Semaglutide Versus Placebo in NIT-Assessed MASH-A Multicenter Randomised Placebo-Controlled Trial (SAMARA).
Clinical Trial: Semaglutide Versus Placebo in NIT-Assessed MASH-A Multicenter Randomised Placebo-Controlled Trial (SAMARA).
Journal: Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics
Published: November 03, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Muhammad Sheikh

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Muhammad Sheikh?

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Is Dr. Muhammad Sheikh a top-rated expert for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Muhammad Sheikh is classified as an Elite expert for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), 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. Muhammad Sheikh specialize in?

While Dr. Muhammad Sheikh is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Visceromegaly. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Muhammad Sheikh participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Muhammad Sheikh has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). You can view a list of Dr. Muhammad Sheikh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Muhammad Sheikh accept my insurance?

Dr. Muhammad Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 559-297-2259 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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