Dr. Patrick V. Avila
Overview
Dr. Patrick Avila is a gastroenterologist who cares for patients with complex digestive system conditions, including disorders involving the pancreas, liver, gallbladder and bile ducts. He specializes in endoscopic treatments (minimally invasive procedures using an endoscope, a flexible, thin tube that conveys a tiny camera and light), with expertise in colonoscopy; endoscopy of the pancreas, bile duct and upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract; endoscopic ultrasound (for both diagnosing and treating conditions); and complex endoscopic mucosal resection (a technique for removing abnormalities in the GI tract lining). Avila's research interests include health policy, health care innovation, health care disparities, improving colon cancer prevention, and diversity and inclusion in medicine. He is passionate about eliminating disparities so that comprehensive health care is available to all. Avila earned his medical degree at Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital, followed by fellowships in gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy at UCSF. Avila is a member of several professional associations, including the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
Dr. Avila is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1701 Divisadero St., Suite 120, San Francisco, CA 94115
1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
520 Illinois St., San Francisco, CA 94158
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Patrick V. Avila
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Patrick V. Avila?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Patrick V. Avila by calling their office at 415-502-4444. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Patrick V. Avila a top-rated expert for Bile Duct Stricture?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Patrick V. Avila is classified as an Advanced expert for Bile Duct Stricture, 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. Patrick V. Avila specialize in?
While Dr. Patrick V. Avila is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, and Bile Duct Obstruction. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Patrick V. Avila participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Patrick V. Avila has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bile Duct Stricture. You can view a list of Dr. Patrick V. Avila's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Patrick V. Avila accept my insurance?
Dr. Patrick V. Avila accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-502-4444 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
- Advanced
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Avila isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Avila isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Avila isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Avila isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Avila isAdvanced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Avila isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Avila isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Avila isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Avila isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Avila isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Avila isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Avila isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).