Overview
Dr. Nicholas Placone specializes in diagnosing and treating manycomplex conditions in Gastroenterology and Hepatology and he alsohas sub-specialized training in treatment of esophageal and motilitydisorders of the GI tract. ❝ I believe in patient-centeredmedical care and dedicatingthe time to understand eachpatient’s specific needs andensure understanding about theirown disease processes in orderto form a personalized plan ofcare together.❞—Nicholas Placone, MD Fellowship: Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellow from the University ofSouthern California-Los Angeles (USC) and Los Angeles General MedicalCenter (LAC)Residency: Internal Medicine Residency from University of California, DavisMedical School: Doctor of Medicine from Medical College of WisconsinUndergraduate: Joint Major Mathematics and Economics and Minor inBiology from University of California, San DiegoProfessional Memberships: American College of Gastroenterology (ACG),American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), AmericanNeurogastroenterology and Motility Society (ANMS).
His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Hepatitis B, Esophagitis, Jaundice, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1551 Bishop Street, Suite 230, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Placone 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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Gastroenterology - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicholas Placone
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Placone?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Placone by calling their office at 805-434-5530. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nicholas Placone a top-rated expert for Eosinophilic Esophagitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicholas Placone is classified as an Experienced expert for Eosinophilic Esophagitis, 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. Nicholas Placone specialize in?
While Dr. Nicholas Placone is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Hepatitis B, and Esophagitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Nicholas Placone participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas Placone has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Eosinophilic Esophagitis. You can view a list of Dr. Nicholas Placone's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nicholas Placone accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholas Placone accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-434-5530 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Placone isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Placone isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- EndoscopyDr. Placone isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Placone isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Placone isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Placone isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.