Overview
Nimish Vakil is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Summit, Wisconsin. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years.
Dr. Vakil is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 88 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
Locations
36500 Aurora Dr, Summit, WI 53066
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.
1 Clinical Trials
Milwaukee Campus-Children's Wisconsin
Cara Mack is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Mack is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Atresia, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Cholestasis, Cholangitis, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Mack is currently accepting new patients.
Gastroenterology And Hepatology - Froedtert Hospital
Kulwinder Dua is currently a professor in the Department of Medicine and Pediatric (Gastroenterology) and professor in the School of Graduate Studies at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He is the current chair of the World Endoscopy Organization Outreach Committee.Dr. Dua’s primary interest has been in advanced interventional endoscopy. His other area of interest is studying aero-digestive tract physiology and pathophysiology including airway defense mechanisms against aspiration for which he was awarded NIH grant. He is an inventor and has several patents and FDA cleared devices.Dr. Dua has over 200 publications in peer-reviewed journal and is on the editorial board of several journals. He has been invited as faculty to participate in GI conferences and endoscopy workshops in countries from all over the world. He is actively involved with the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE Training Committee, Vice-Chair ASGE International Committee, Chair, ASGE DDW International Symposium Committee, ASGE ambassador to Ecuador and ASGE Consultant Expert).Some of Dr. Dua’s awards include the prestigious ASGE Master of Endoscopy award, the B.J. Vakil Memorial gold medal, the Poona Oration Gold Medal, Solly Mark Oration of South Africa, and the 2017 USA Healthcare Hero award. He has continuously been on America’s Best Doctor’s list since 2002. He was the President of the International Dysphagia Research Society (2015) and the Milwaukee GI Society and is currently the President of the Midwest Endoscopy Society.Dr. Dua is actively involved with several philanthropic works in several countries in Africa and in South America in training local doctors in clinical gastroenterology and endoscopy including ERCPs and EUS. For this work WEO appointed him as their Chair of the WEO Outreach committee.Recently Dr. Dua was recognized in the scientific community for having re-grown the first human esophagus in-vivo using the principles of regenerative medicine (Dua et al, The Lancet, 2016). This achievement was heavily covered by several media outlets and TV. He was awarded the USA Healthcare Hero award for this accomplishment. For his services and longitudinal contributions to the field of GI Endoscopy, he was also recently honored by being inducted in the first batch of top 60 endoscopists of the world: Master of the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (MASGE).His hobbies include flying, and he currently holds a private pilot’s license. Dr. Dua is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Esophageal Stricture, Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Dua is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. Dr. Dua is currently accepting new patients.
Gastroenterology And Hepatology - Froedtert Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nimish B. Vakil
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nimish B. Vakil?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nimish B. Vakil by calling their office at 262-434-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nimish B. Vakil a top-rated expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nimish B. Vakil is classified as an Elite expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), 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. Nimish B. Vakil specialize in?
While Dr. Nimish B. Vakil is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, and Indigestion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Nimish B. Vakil participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nimish B. Vakil has published 88 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). You can view a list of Dr. Nimish B. Vakil's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nimish B. Vakil accept my insurance?
Dr. Nimish B. Vakil accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 262-434-5000 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
- Elite
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- HeartburnDr. Vakil isElite. Learn about Heartburn.
- IndigestionDr. Vakil isElite. Learn about Indigestion.
- Distinguished
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Vakil isDistinguished. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Advanced
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Vakil isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- EndoscopyDr. Vakil isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Vakil isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Vakil isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Vakil isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)Dr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC).
- CirrhosisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidectomyDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoidectomy.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Intestinal Pseudo-ObstructionDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
- JaundiceDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Morning SicknessDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Vakil isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.

